Job Description:

Freeman Mathis and Gary is a national litigation firm located in the Cobb Galleria in Atlanta, GA. We are seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist with two to four years of experience. This position reports directly to the Controller and works closely with the Accounts Payable team to ensure accurate and timely payments to vendors. This position is ideal for applicants who are highly detailed problem solvers that thrive in a team environment and understand the importance of both internal and external client service. This is a 100% in office position and remote work is not available.The following set of success factors describe the characteristics of those who are successful in our Firm:Helpful, Congenial, Personable, PositiveUnpretentious, Approachable, Respectful, Team OrientedAccountable, Takes Ownership, Corrects MistakesOrganized, Timely, Confidential, Responsive (within 24 hours)Duties and Responsibilities:Process check requests and vendor invoices, in a high volume, fast paced environmentEnsure proper entry and coding into the financial systemAbility to prioritize tasks in a deadline driven industryProcess employee expense reports using the standard proceduresAbility to handle complex coding of invoices: billable, non-billable, multi-locationsInvestigate and resolve issues associated with invoice processingHandle vendor correspondence via phone or emailWork with vendors to resolve past-due invoices, credits and similar mattersFile, maintain and distribute accounting records and reportsPrepare batch check runsIRS T.I.N. matchingSetting up vendors and acquiring W9'sPerform other duties as required to support accounts payable and accountingEducation, Experience, and Skills:Minimum of 2-4 years' AP experience, legal industry preferred but not requiredPrevious experience processing accounts payable in a high-volume environmentTrack record of impeccable accuracy and a high attention to detailExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsMicrosoft Office, Excel knowledge a plusExcellent organizational, time management and problem-solving skillsDedicated to providing superior customer service internal and externalAbility to communicate effectively with attorneys, staff and vendorsMaintain confidentiality and acts with professional discretionMaintain a calm, courteous and professional demeanor, with a positive attitudeAbility to multi-task, possess an above average level of emotional intelligenceExperience with 1099's preferredWhat we offer youCompetitive compensationComprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and visionHSA and FSA plans available for employees and dependentsWork-life balanceGenerous PTO policy401K plan including a 3% Employer Safe Harbor contributionFirm paid life insurance and long-term disabilityEmployee Assistance ProgramYear-end bonuses and referral fee programsEEO StatementFreeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or other protected group status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Employment dependent on successful completion of a background check and drug screen.