Job Description

WHO WE ARE

Wilshire Law Firm is one of Southern California’s largest plaintiff personal injury, employment and class action law firms, and recognized as a 2020 and 2021 Best Law Firm by U.S. News & World Report. To date, our team of nearly 200 legal professionals has recovered more than $850,000,000 for our clients, providing exceptional service every step of the way.

Utilizing diverse talents and a deep-seated drive to succeed, Wilshire Law Firm consistently delivers on our greatest commitment—achieving the absolute best results for our clients. We constantly ask ourselves, “What can we do better?” We dream big, going beyond what we have done before to redefine our future. Bring your knowledge, your creativity, your passion, and your confidence, and help us empower the world to do more.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Accounts Payable Clerk will be responsible for monitoring the outflow of capital for the company.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receives and verifies expense reports; reconciles expense and other financial reports with account balances and other office records.
• Facilitates payment of vendors, which may include verification of federal ID numbers, reviewing purchase orders, and resolving discrepancies.
• Ensures outstanding obligations are credited upon payment, identifies discount opportunities, and issues purchase order amendments or stop-payment orders as needed.
• Assists with accounting records and ledgers by reconciling monthly statements and transactions.
• Records entry of, verifies documentation for, and distributes petty cash.
• Calculates and reports sales tax based on paid invoices.
• Other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Proficiency in bookkeeping programs and related software.

• Excellent analytical, computational and mathematical abilities.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

• Ability to type at least 40 words per minute.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

• Knowledge of spreadsheets and accounting software.

• High school diploma or equivalent required, with some bookkeeping coursework.

• One to three years of related experience required.

• Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAPP) certification preferred.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Wilshire Law Firm offers competitive pay, great opportunities for growth and advancement and a competitive benefits package, including PTO policy, paid holidays, company-paid medical coverage option, option (plus HMO, PPO and PPO with Health Savings Account options), dental, vision and life insurance. We also provide company-paid life/AD&D coverage, EOP assistance and parking in the office building. We also sponsor professional development trainings and educational conferences.
• We strive to maintain a familial atmosphere and team work environment by working collaboratively and hosting various firmwide social events throughout the year.

Company Description

Wilshire Law Firm, PLC, is excited to be among Southern California’s largest plaintiff personal injury, employment, aviation, and class action law firms. U.S. News & World Report recognized us as a Best Law Firm in 2020, 2021, and 2022. To date, our team of over 300 legal professionals has recovered over $1 billion for our clients, providing exceptional service every step of the way. In 2020 alone, our firm recovered 20 of the top 50 Personal Injury Settlements in California.