Collections Specialist

Location: Buffalo
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Growth | Bonuses | $$$ This Jobot Job is hosted by: Natasha van der Griendt Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $60,000 - $62,000 per year A bit about us: Our client is a leading mid-size regional law firm with offices throughout the Northeast. As a financially stable and growing organization, the firm maintains sophisticated business operations supported by modern technology and proven processes. The firm's commitment to excellence extends beyond legal practice to its administrative and financial operations, making it an attractive environment for accounting professionals seeking career growth in a professional services setting. Why join us? 401(k) Plan and Profit-Sharing Plan Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Medical, Dependent Care, Transit/Commuter Life Insurance & Long Term Disability Insurance; Short-Term Disability Maternity/Paternity Leave Mentorship Opportunities Paid Time Off Wellness Program Flex time offered Job Details POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for managing accounts receivable operations, including billing, collections, and account reconciliation for a regional law firm. Reports directly to the Controller. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage collections process, including client communications and follow-up on past due accounts Process and post client payments, ensuring accurate and timely recording in accounting system Reconcile client accounts and investigate/resolve discrepancies Process electronic payments and bank deposits Support month-end close activities related to AR Maintain organized records of all transactions and communications REQUIREMENTS: Associate's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or related field 2 years of accounts receivable or collections experience Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for general accounting tasks Experience with accounting software Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Professional demeanor for client interactions PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Prior law firm or professional services experience Experience with legal billing software Working knowledge of Excel functions and reporting tools SCHEDULE: Full-time, Monday-Friday 37.5 hour work week with flex time! Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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