What are the responsibilities and job description for the Collections Specialist position at Project Recruit?
Project Recruit has partnered with a top-rated regional multidisciplinary law firm seeking to add a collection specialist to its growing practice group. The firm offers a challenging and collegial work environment and strong leadership. In addition, there is an emphasis on professional development and mentorship across all practice groups. The firm is very community-oriented; pro bono service and corporate social responsibility are part of its core.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Meet with and assist Billing Attorneys with collection efforts
- Contact clients for payment when directed by Billing Attorneys
- Review aged accounts receivable for invoices requiring follow-up
- Follow up with Billing Attorneys on aged invoices and offer collection assistance
- Send payment reminders along with invoice copies
- Prepare and send collection letters when the Billing Attorney agrees
- Perform accounts receivable write-offs when applicable and approved
- Review e-billing websites for invoice status and implement procedures for timely identification of e-billing rejections
- Analyze invoice deductions to inform/implement procedures to minimize in the future
- Maintain spreadsheets for Billing Attorneys of aged items/appealed items and deadlines
- Work closely with Partners, Chief Operating Officer, Collections Manager, Billing Department ,and Accounting Department
- Ad hoc requests and special projects
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's Degree
- 3 years of collections experience
- Law firm or professional service experience a plus
- Experience with Aderant and e-billing websites a plus
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
- Strong work ethic, self-starter
