Treasury Specialist

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Summary

The Treasury Specialist in collaboration with and in support of the firms strategic initiatives will assist the treasury department in a hybrid role between Accounts Receivable and Client Trust. This role will be instrumental in processing and reconciling incoming cash receipts for the firms operating account as well as receipts and disbursements for client trust accounts

Location

This position can sit in our Reston Atlanta Austin Baltimore Boston Chicago Dallas Houston Miami Minneapolis Philadelphia Raleigh Short Hills Washington DC or Wilmington office and offers a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

Record incoming cash receipts via wire ACH credit card or checks into the firms operating account.

Process subsequent cash receipt applications and write-offs on an ad hoc basis as requested by the collection and billing departments.

Reconcile prior day cash receipts to the bank report on a daily basis reviewing and recording any returned items as well as any cash receipts missed within the automated system.

Obtain cash receipt support related to audit requests.

Process Client Trust cash receipts and disbursements.

Communicate with Partners Legal Practice Specialists Billing Collections etc. over unallocated and Client Trust balances and compliance with Client Trust rules.

Reconcile Client Trust bank accounts

Respond to ad hoc requests sent to the AR and Client Trust ServiceNow queues covering any topics related to cash receipts or Client Trust balances.

Other duties as assigned.

Desired Skills

Experience with Word and Excel or accounting software applications required. Experience with law firms and client trust processing is preferred. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required. Good communication skills required to interact with staff and attorneys on a regular basis. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED.

Minimum Years of Experience

1 year of experience in accounts receivable accounting or finance.

Essential Job Expectations

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees which include but are not limited to:

Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with clients lawyers business professionals and third parties.

Produce deliverables answer phone calls and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.

Provide timely accurate and quality work product.

Successfully meet deadlines expectations and perform work duties as required.

Foster positive work relationships.

Comply with all firm policies and practices.

Engage in both physical and sedentary activity such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed.

Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.

Perform all other duties tasks or projects as assigned.

Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.

Physical Demands

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment

The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in-office work the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firms discretion in the future.

Disclaimer

The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties requirements and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firms discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.

Application Process
Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email.

Accommodation

Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process please contact .

Agency applications will not be considered.

No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.

The firms expected hiring range for this position is $26.59-$37.30 per hour depending on the candidates geographic market location. Non-exempt positions will be paid on an hourly basis and paid overtime in accordance with applicable laws.

The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidates experience skills educational and professional background and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k).

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