Accounts Receivable Specialist

Seyfarth Shaw LLP • Chicago, IL

26d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounts Receivable Specialist is a member of Seyfarth’s Finance team and works directly with clients, attorneys, and Finance colleagues to ensure timely processing of client payments and coordinate with the billing team to resolve outstanding items. The role includes researching payment issues and obtaining documentation to address matters requiring immediate attention. Additional work may include preparing spreadsheets or reports on an ad hoc basis, based on departmental needs.

This position is based in Chicago, Illinois. The Chicago salary range is $50,000 to $57,000 annually, based on a 35-hour work week. Pay within the range depends on factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skills, and business or organizational needs. The role is eligible for an annual merit increase and bonus pay.

Requirements

• Exceptional organizational and follow-up skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A proactive and professional approach in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented, dependable, flexible, and efficient.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• College degree or equivalent work experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Aderant software.
• College degree.

Responsibilities

• Process daily check and wire deposits for domestic and international offices accurately and on time.
• Reconcile deposits to ensure they are posted properly.
• Assist with month-end reconciliation.
• Process credit card transactions.
• Resolve requests from the accounts receivable inbox in a timely manner.
• Process client refunds through the firm’s workflow system.
• Assist with client retainer deposits and applications.
• Maintain effective cooperative working relationships with legal staff and Finance team members.
• Research and resolve unallocated client payments by identifying the appropriate invoice application and collaborating with internal teams, attorneys, and clients to allocate funds accurately and promptly.
• Complete special projects and other assigned duties.
• Prepare spreadsheets or reports on an ad hoc basis as needed.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Annual merit increase and bonus pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed