Accounts Receivable Specialist

Roper Greyell LLP•Vancouver, BC

25d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounts Receivable (A/R) Specialist is responsible for managing the collection efforts of outstanding accounts, collaborating with key stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with billing and collection policies. This role involves regular communication with clients, providing support to the Director of Finance and Responsible Lawyers (RL), and maintaining accurate records of financial transactions. This role is involved in the billing process and the posting of payment process. Impeccable attention to detail, thoroughness, and client service is essential to this role. Roper Greyell is a professional team-oriented environment where we strive for clear and open communication and to provide support for one another. The A/R Specialist works within the accounting team reporting directly to the Director of Finance. The team works together during the billing cycle, with the AR Specialist providing support to other team members where needed. The recruitment process for this position will include skills testing. Please note that in May 2026, Roper Greyell will be moving to a new office space at 320 Granville Street in Vancouver.

Requirements

A minimum of 3+ years of practical experience in similar roles.
Experience in a professional setting, with legal experience being an asset.
Diploma or certificate, with a preference for business administration or accounting.
Advanced usage and knowledge of Microsoft 365 Apps (particularly Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Teams).
Experience working with a document management system (iManage) considered an asset.
Experience working accounting software, specifically Acumin, or other legal accounting software considered an asset.
Computer savvy with an ability to learn various computer programs quickly.
High attention to detail and ability to quickly identify problems and provide solutions.
Able to communicate concisely and clearly in both written and verbal communications.
Excellent oral and written English language proficiency including the ability to compose and edit various types of correspondence.
Able to act with integrity and respect at all times with clients and firm members, and takes ownership of work and responsibilities.
Demonstrates exceptional and quality client service by delivering on time, dealing with clients and firm members in a professional manner and producing high quality work.

Nice To Haves

legal experience
Experience working with a document management system (iManage)
Experience working accounting software, specifically Acumin, or other legal accounting software

Responsibilities

Manages AR Collections workflow.
Manages client communications, reconciliations, and investigations regarding AR.
Monitors the accounts receivable inbox, responding to AR inquires and updating client contact information when needed.
Escalates AR matters to other team members as necessary.
Issues monthly account statements to clients.
Creates account reconciliations, client billing, and payment histories as needed.
Regularly reviews all accounts receivable and maintains a collections database.
Liaises with the Director of Finance, and Responsible Lawyers (RL) on collection efforts.
Provides support to the RL regarding accounts receivable for lawyer's clients.
Identifies and addresses problems related to outstanding accounts.
Reports on AR status to the Director of Finance.
Develops and implements effective solutions to improve collections.
Maintains AR process documentation.
Assists with the posting of payments as needed (cheque, EFT, credit card) in compliance with Law Society rules.
Assists with various billing activities as needed.
Undertakes ad hoc projects and other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance.
May be asked to provide backup coverage for reception desk when required.