Accounts Receivable Specialist

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Location: Los Angeles (Hybrid)
Position: Full-time, Direct Hire

A well-established law firm is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join its finance team in the Los Angeles office
. This is a hands‑on role focused on managing outstanding receivables, driving timely collections, and maintaining accurate financial records.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, persistent, and comfortable communicating directly with clients regarding outstanding balances. Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and negotiation skills are important for success in this position.

• Monitor accounts receivable balances, review aging reports, and identify past-due accounts.
• Proactively follow up with clients regarding outstanding invoices and payment commitments.
• Communicate professionally with clients by phone and email to resolve overdue balances, billing questions, and payment discrepancies.
• Research and resolve account issues that may delay payment.
• Process incoming payments and apply them accurately to the appropriate customer accounts.
• Reconcile accounts receivable records and investigate discrepancies to ensure accurate account balances.
• Maintain thorough documentation of collection activity and account status.
• Prepare recurring reports and updates regarding receivables, collections activity, aging, and other relevant metrics.
• Work collaboratively with internal accounting and operational teams to resolve billing and collection issues.
• Support broader accounts receivable and cash‑flow objectives as needed.

• 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable, collections, billing, or a similar accounting/finance function.
• Demonstrated experience managing outstanding receivables and following up on delinquent accounts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally about sensitive payment matters.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving and reconciliation abilities.
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating effectively with a finance/accounting team.
• Experience with accounting or financial systems and Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet tools.
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.