Lead Collections Analyst

ABOUT JENNER & BLOCK

Jenner & Block LLP is a law firm with global reach, with offices in Century City, Chicago, London, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, and Washington, DC. The firm is known for its prominent and successful litigation practice, global investigations practice, regulatory and government controversies work, and experience handling sophisticated and high-profile corporate transactions. Its clients include Fortune 100 companies, technology companies, large privately held corporations, emerging companies, Native American tribes, and venture capital and private equity investors. The American Lawyer has recognized Jenner & Block as the No. 1 pro bono firm in the United States 10 times.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Director – Billing & Collections, you will join a collaborative and dedicated team of finance professionals to own the collections’ function and work closely with our attorneys and finance leadership. This position requires a thought leader focused on driving this function to best practices. This is an exempt position and located in our Chicago office.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages aged accounts receivable including, contacting clients to collect past due invoices and taking appropriate action to resolve underlying issues
• Initiates the review, research, and resolution of all client receivables
• Works collaboratively with other members of the Billing & Collections team to resolve accounts receivable issues
• Responds to client inquiries related to accounts receivable balances and payment information
• Updates daily, weekly, and/or monthly collections reports as needed
• Provides firm management with recommendations on accounts to be sent to collections, detailing the payment history, and including copies of all needed documentation
• Ensures engagement terms are being followed and notifies partners and management as needed
• Monitors the collections process to ensure that any adjustments and write-offs have been documented and recorded each month on client accounts
• Notifies attorneys of delinquent accounts and assists as needed
• Coordinates the biannual Collections Push
• Prepares Reminder Statements to attorneys and send to clients as requested
• Provides audit letter financial information
• Completes and sends new client vendor, EFT forms, and W9s • Performs other pertinent collections duties as requested

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE:

• Maintains positive and collaborative approach within billing, collections and wider finance team
• Exhibits a strong ability to design, document and educate finance members on new processes when needed to support new client-driven or firm-driven changes.
• Demonstrates strong leadership skills and ability to promote an atmosphere that is supportive and encourages teamwork

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or an equivalent 4 years of progressive billing/collections experience; preferably in a large legal or professional services firm
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and PowerPoint, is required
• Experience with SharePoint, database management and data presentation software(s)
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and good business judgment
• Ability to handle sensitive information
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, demonstrating an ability to explain complex concepts to professionals of different backgrounds with confidence
• Ability to work independently and maintain flexibility with respect to assigned tasks due to changing deadlines and deliverables in a fast-paced environment

Jenner & Block LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment and employment decisions are not made on the basis of an individual’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, arrest record, matriculation, personal appearance, political affiliation, marital, parental, veteran, military, or order of protection status, or any other protected status or that of their relatives, friends, or associates.

Jenner & Block is proud to offer a competitive total rewards package, including comprehensive health & well-being benefits and 401k profit sharing. The anticipated pay range for this role is $65,000-$90,000. The actual offered rate for this position will be determined based on several factors, including qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity.