Accounting Specialist

Accounting Specialist Confidential North Las Vegas, NV Job Details Full-time From $48,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Confidential information handling Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Spreadsheets English Payroll systems High school diploma or GED Attention to detail QuickBooks Online Accounting QuickBooks Data entry Bookkeeping Accounting Time management Office experience Full Job Description Accounting Specialist Plaintiff Personal Injury Law Firm | Henderson, Nevada About Us We are a boutique plaintiff personal injury law firm in Henderson, Nevada. Our close-knit team values professionalism, accountability, and collaboration while maintaining a relaxed and supportive work environment. Position Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to support both client-related accounting and day-to-day firm operations. This role combines bookkeeping, trust accounting, payroll support, and administrative coordination. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and comfortable managing sensitive financial information in a fast-paced legal environment. This position reports directly to firm leadership. Key Responsibilities Client Accounting & Case Support

• Process payment requests for ongoing case costs
• Manage client-related accounting for settled cases, including reduction requests, settlement reconciliations, and preparation of final disbursement packages
• Assist with client trust account management and reconciliation
• Coordinate with Case Managers to open and monitor health insurance subrogation matters, including Medicare and Medicaid claims
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation for client matters Firm Operations & Administrative Support
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
• Assist with payroll processing and related administrative tasks
• Reconcile bank accounts and firm financial records
• Assist with vendor management and contract administration
• Support office operations and administrative processes as needed
• Help oversee and coordinate support staff workflows

Qualifications Required:

• Minimum 2 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Outlook
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Preferred:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• Experience with Client Trust Accounts
• Familiarity with ADP Run or similar payroll platform
• Experience in a legal or professional services environment
• Familiarity with legal case management software such as Filevine
• Understanding of personal injury settlement processes, liens, or subrogation matters Compensation & Benefits
• Salary DOE
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k)

Paid Time Off Pay:

From $48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Briefly describe your accounting or bookkeeping experience. Rather than listing employers or years of experience, please describe the types of duties, responsibilities, and financial processes you have handled. Please describe any experience you have with Medicare, Medicaid, or other health insurance liens/subrogation matters related to personal injury cases, including the types of responsibilities you handled. Describe your experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced office environment. Why are you interested in this position and what makes you a strong fit for our firm? Describe how you have used Microsoft Excel in a professional setting, including any advanced tools, functions, or features you regularly use in your work.

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

QuickBooks Online:

1 year (Preferred) Payroll processing: 1 year (Preferred) Accounting or bookkeeping: 2 years (Preferred) Law office: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

English (Required) Spanish (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Henderson, NV 89074 (Required)

Work Location:

In person