Description

Robert Half is partnering up with a well-known organization in search of a Collections Specialist. This is a contract opportunity.

Job Summary:

The current position is responsible for B2B AR/Collections, including direct client contact, monitoring of outstanding amounts, reporting and timely documentation. The position also includes preparation of client status reports and daily follow-up / resolution of unallocated amounts, which will necessitate frequent attorney, client, and staff interaction to accomplish. Additionally, standard duties include ensuring compliance to Firm collection, write-off, and cash receipts policies and procedures, as well as providing assistance for the cash receipts function on an as-needed basis.  

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for monitoring and reporting on client account receivable balances, aging, daily cash flow, and collections efforts and results.
• Ensure that client accounts receivable balances are remitted within established credit terms.
• Work directly with attorneys, secretaries and client account representatives to collect past due accounts.
• Maintain logs/records of client communications.
• Identify disputed items and recommend account adjustments to clear such items from client accounts.
• Monitor escrow accounts and unallocated receipts for timely application to outstanding bills.
• Works independently under the management of the AR Team Manager.
• Continually improves efficiency in required tasks by identifying ways and means to reduce costs of operations while increasing service, timeliness and quality.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Windows applications.
• Experience and knowledge accounting/billing software.
• Excellent customer service skills and respect for others are a must.
• Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work as well as manage and meet the expectations of internal and external clients.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced office, meet strict deadlines and work well under pressure.
• Ability to evaluate situations, prioritize requests and responsibilities, and adapt as needed. 

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in business, accounting or finance preferred.

Experience:

• At least three (3) years' experience in the billing/collections function.
• Experience and working knowledge of 3E accounting/billing is preferred, but not required.

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