Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist

Freeman, Mathis & Gary Law•Atlanta, GA

20h

About The Position

Freeman Mathis and Gary, LLP is a rapidly growing, national specialty litigation firm seeking an experienced Account Specialist to join our Atlanta office. The Accounts Receivable Collections position is responsible for collecting funds from Insurance carriers, their policy holders, and direct-hire clients. This individual works closely with the attorneys to resolve any issues related to collecting the payment of invoices. The ideal candidate should be deadline driven, highly organized and detailed problem solvers that thrive in a team environment and understand the importance of both internal and external client service. The following set of success factors describe the characteristics of those who are successful in our Firm: Helpful, Congenial, Personable, Positive Unpretentious, Approachable, Respectful, Team Oriented Accountable, Takes Ownership, Corrects Mistakes Organized, Timely, Confidential, Responsive (within 24 hours)

Requirements

High School Diploma required.
Bachelors’ Degree preferred in a related field of study.
Two to four years of AR Collections experience required.
Two years in Insurance Carrier Collections preferred.
Proficiency with MS Office.
Strong Excel skills preferred.
Experience with e-billing vendor sites (LegalX, T360, etc.)
Experience in e-billing also considered
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work under tight deadlines.
Top-notch organizational skills for optimal work flow and efficiency.
Excellent time management skills.
Demonstrates a strong attention to detail, catches errors and corrects them quickly.
Ability to perform at high levels in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
Adaptable to changing priorities and work demands.
Pro-active, follows through with minimum direction, and displays initiative.
Exhibits a positive attitude and has confidence.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors’ Degree preferred in a related field of study.
Two years in Insurance Carrier Collections preferred.
Strong Excel skills preferred.
Experience with e-billing vendor sites (LegalX, T360, etc.)
Experience in e-billing also considered

Responsibilities

Review and analyze accounts receivable aging
Research client accounts using electronic billing sites in order to take the appropriate actions to resolve outstanding balances
Contact clients via phone calls, and email to follow-up on status of unpaid invoices
Prepare and send monthly overdue statements
Negotiate and arrange payment schedules
Record all collection activities efforts with regularity
Communicate all collections activity with the assigned Partner
Request application of retainers and unapplied casj for payment of invoices
Process refund requests for remaining Trust balances and client overpayments
Calculate deductible exhaustion for insured client matters
Audit accounts receivable ledgers as needed
Prepare reports as needed