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 Role

A leading international law firm is looking for an experienced AR/Collections Specialist to join its finance team. This is a great opportunity for someone with 2+ years of AR, billing, or collections experience, especially in a law firm or professional services setting.

You’ll manage client accounts, handle collections, post and reconcile payments, research discrepancies, and work closely with clients, partners, and internal finance teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage client accounts and outstanding balances
• Handle collection calls and client correspondence
• Post cash receipts and reconcile accounts
• Monitor AR aging and follow up on past-due balances
• Research and resolve payment discrepancies
• Process adjustments and write-offs
• Prepare and review AR/collections reports
• Partner with Revenue Controllers and Finance to resolve issues
• Assist with client money account activities and compliance
• Support various accounting and reporting projects

Requirements

• 2+ years of AR, billing, or collections experience
• Law firm or professional services experience strongly preferred
• Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables
• Experience with billing/accounting systems; Elite 3E is a plus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working with clients and senior-level stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Preferred Background

• Legal industry experience
• Professional services experience
• Cash application and account reconciliation experience
• Proven collections/AR reduction experience
• Bachelor’s degree

Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone who is professional, personable, and confident when dealing with clients and partners. Legal or professional services experience is a big plus, but strong AR/collections candidates with excellent communication skills will also be considered.

For a faster response, please send your resume to jcanabal@ascendo.com

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Josh Canabal