Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith Llp - Houston, TX

posted about 2 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Houston, TX
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Houston, TX office of Lewis Brisbois is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist with legal experience. This position is crucial for managing the financial health of the firm by ensuring timely collection of outstanding accounts receivable. The specialist will be responsible for performing collection procedures as defined and trained, which includes monitoring and pursuing outstanding A/R balances. The role requires maintaining and updating client and payor contact information in the collection management system, which is essential for effective communication and follow-up on collections. In addition, the Accounts Receivable Specialist must understand and utilize clients' billing guidelines, engagement letters, and payment history to determine appropriate collection actions. This involves running monthly reports, reviewing, and prioritizing the top delinquent A/R balances. The specialist will also prepare additional analysis as required and report any risky findings to management, ensuring that the firm is aware of potential issues that could affect cash flow. Lewis Brisbois offers legal practice in more than 40 specialties and a multitude of sub-specialties, providing a wide range of legal services to clients with a continuity of representation across multiple disciplines. The firm has built longstanding relationships with corporate and institutional clients based on its ability to provide comprehensive service on a national scale. The Accounts Receivable Specialist will play a key role in maintaining these relationships by ensuring that financial transactions are handled efficiently and professionally.

Responsibilities

  • Perform collection procedures as defined/trained.
  • Monitor and pursue outstanding A/R balances.
  • Maintain and update client and payor contact information in the collection management system.
  • Understand and utilize clients' billing guidelines, engagement letters, and payment history to determine appropriate collection actions.
  • Run monthly reports and review top delinquent A/R balances.
  • Prepare additional analysis as required and report risky findings to management.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent and Accounting Credential.
  • At least three (3) years of experience in the field or in a related field.
  • Strong organization and prioritization skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to complete work on schedule.
  • Familiarity with accounting programs.
  • Basic understanding of principles of accounting.
  • Proficient in 10-Key.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to multitask.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401k with employer contribution
  • Sick time
  • Vacation time
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement
  • Collaborative team environment
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