AR/Collections Specialist Job at Ascendo Resources, New York, NY

  • Ascendo Resources
  • New York, NY

Job Description

AR/COLLECTIONS SPECIALIST

Temp-to-Perm | Hybrid NYC | $38–$42/hr | $80K–$90K Upon Conversion

Location: World Trade Center, New York, NY 10007

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM | Hybrid: 3 days onsite / 2 days remote

About the Opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced AR/Credit & Collections Specialist to join a professional finance team at a leading international law firm. This role is ideal for someone with 2+ years of AR/collections experience , particularly within a law firm or professional services environment.

You’ll be responsible for managing client accounts, posting payments, following up on outstanding balances, reconciling accounts, and resolving billing discrepancies. Strong communication skills are essential, as you’ll interact regularly with clients, partners, and internal teams .

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage client accounts and follow up on outstanding balances
  • Conduct collection calls and correspondence with clients
  • Post daily cash receipts and reconcile accounts
  • Review AR aging and follow up on delinquent accounts
  • Research and resolve payment discrepancies and short payments
  • Process account adjustments and write-offs as needed
  • Generate and analyze AR and collections reports
  • Collaborate with Revenue Controllers and Finance teams to resolve payment issues
  • Support client money account activities and regulatory compliance
  • Assist with ad-hoc accounting and reporting projects

Required:

  • 2+ years of AR, billing, or collections experience
  • Strong preference for law firm or professional services experience
  • Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables
  • Experience with billing/accounting systems; Elite 3E is a plus
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Comfortable communicating professionally with clients and senior-level stakeholders
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Preferred:

  • Legal industry experience
  • Professional services background
  • Experience with cash application and account reconciliations
  • Experience reducing AR delinquency
  • Bachelor's degree

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is professional, personable, and confident communicating with clients and partners . Legal or professional services experience is strongly preferred, but we will consider candidates with strong AR/collections backgrounds who can demonstrate excellent soft skills and a willingness to learn.

Interview Process: 1st interview → Background check → Start

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Temporary work, Remote work, Monday to Friday

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