Goldberg & Osborne - Phoenix, AZ

posted 5 months ago

Full-time
Phoenix, AZ
Administrative and Support Services

About the position

Goldberg & Osborne is Arizona's largest personal injury law firm with 16 offices throughout the state. Our mission is to treat every client with care and respect, advocating for them during a difficult time. We currently have a career opportunity for a Frontline Accounting Assistant/Client Accounting in our Phoenix Area Office. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, able to work independently with minimal supervision, able to prioritize, and be a strong multi-tasker. We are looking for a "go getter" who can hit the ground running, show exceptional motivation and initiative, and be a team player. The Accounting Assistant/Client Accounting position is responsible for the support of the client accounting process, does administrative work directly related to management of case files so that the attorney's time can be devoted to the practice of law, and prepares final accounting on file for attorney and functions as liaison between attorney and client prior to disbursing all funds on settled cases. This role takes charge of the file following settlement and during the accounting stage, verifies all outstanding medical bills, researches and resolves any discrepancies between original and current medical payment information, investigates any discrepancies in non-medical payments, verifies all outstanding liens, compiles a complete final accounting for each settled file, prepares and distributes cost checks on all cases, meets with the client to explain all financial details of the settlement, and secures the client's signature on all documents pertaining to final settlements before disbursing all funds on settled cases.

Responsibilities

  • Support the client accounting process and manage case files to allow attorneys to focus on legal practice.
  • Prepare final accounting for attorney review and act as a liaison between attorney and client before disbursing funds.
  • Take charge of the file following settlement and during the accounting stage.
  • Verify all outstanding medical bills and research discrepancies in payment information.
  • Investigate discrepancies in non-medical payments and verify outstanding liens.
  • Compile complete final accounting for each settled file and prepare cost checks for distribution.
  • Meet with clients to explain financial details of settlements and secure signatures on necessary documents before fund disbursement.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; some college helpful.
  • Strong communication skills including assertiveness, courtesy, and diplomacy.
  • Ability to communicate with varied levels of education and understanding of the legal process.
  • Analytical skills to determine completeness of information and investigate discrepancies.
  • Technical skills with an understanding of accounting processes and legal language.
  • Time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Extreme attention to detail, persistence, and ability to work under pressure with shifting workloads.

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
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