Legal Staff Accounting/Finance in Saint Louis, MO

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Law Firm

Saint Louis, MO

Legal Staff Accounting/Finance in Saint Louis, MO

Legal Staff

1-3 yrs required

No

Law Firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to the following legally protected characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected class under federal, state or local law.

Summary:

The Cash Receipts Coordinator at a law firm is responsible for processing daily cash receipts, wire transfers, lockboxes, credit card payments, and retainer applications. They also handle tasks such as processing write-offs, client refunds, and maintaining trust account cash posting. The coordinator must have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with other team members. Previous experience with Elite software and a background in cash application and general accounting are preferred. The law firm is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals.

Job Title: Cash Receipts Coordinator

Department: Accounts Receivable

Experience: Prior experience in cash application and general accounting preferred

Salary: Not mentioned in job description

Responsibilities:

- Process daily cash receipts, wire transfers, lockboxes, credit card payments, and retainer applications in a timely manner
- Handle write-offs, client refunds, and duplicate payments as directed
- Maintain local trust account cash posting and disbursements
- Scan incoming checks to local lockboxes
- Respond to internal and client inquiries related to accounts receivable balances, refund checks, and receipt allocations
- Prepare and input journal entries
- Complete special projects, reporting, and analysis as needed
- Handle W-9 and new client set up requests
- Collaborate with other team members and back-up necessary job functions as needed

Essential Job Specifications/Qualifications:

- Proficiency in Word, Excel, or similar spreadsheet program
- Ability to use a ten-key calculator
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Willingness to work overtime up to six hours per week
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks to meet deadlines
- Attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with others

Education/Experience/Certifications:

- Previous experience with Elite (Enterprise and/or 3E) software preferred
- Prior experience in a cash application position
- General accounting knowledge

Disclaimer: The job description is not exhaustive and may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employer Opportunity: The law firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

Jun 20, 2025
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