Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP
Collections Specialist (Entry Level)
Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL | United States
Job Description
Katten is a full-service law firm with approximately 700 attorneys in locations across the United States and in London and Shanghai. Clients seeking sophisticated, high-value legal services turn to Katten for counsel locally, nationally and internationally. The Collections Specialist is responsible for the collection and follow-up of client receivables for a variety of attorneys' practices in the United States and abroad. This position requires considerable client contact via phone and email. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Develop productive partnerships with attorneys to increase the collection effort. Analyze monthly Aged Receivables Reports to identify and target client aging. Contact clients on a daily basis to discuss outstanding balances and provide backup information as needed. Develop and maintain on-going professional working relationships with clients to ensure accounts remain in current receivable condition. Document and record collection activity and status using the firm's collection system. Investigate and analyze client payment history to determine the next level of follow-up. Partner with the Accounting Department to assist with the cash application process. Identify receivables deemed uncollectible and review with Management for possible write-offs. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Associate's or Bachelor's degree (preferred) in Accounting or Finance. Computer proficient with knowledge and experience working in Aderant, ARCS, Excel, Outlook, Word and various e-billing platforms. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Analytical skills with an aptitude for detail and accuracy. Exhibit high degree of initiative and critical-thinking skills in managing multiple priorities. We offer an outstanding benefit package which includes: medical/dental/vision, 401k with employer contribution, parental leave, transportation fringe benefit program, back-up care option, generous paid time off policy, and long-term and short-term disability policies. Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer/AA-M/F/SO/Disability/Veteran.
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Katten is a full-service law firm with approximately 700 attorneys in locations across the United States and in London and Shanghai. Clients seeking sophisticated, high-value legal services turn to Katten for counsel locally, nationally and internationally. The Collections Specialist is responsible for the collection and follow-up of client receivables for a variety of attorneys' practices in the United States and abroad. This position requires considerable client contact via phone and email. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Develop productive partnerships with attorneys to increase the collection effort. Analyze monthly Aged Receivables Reports to identify and target client aging. Contact clients on a daily basis to discuss outstanding balances and provide backup information as needed. Develop and maintain on-going professional working relationships with clients to ensure accounts remain in current receivable condition. Document and record collection activity and status using the firm's collection system. Investigate and analyze client payment history to determine the next level of follow-up. Partner with the Accounting Department to assist with the cash application process. Identify receivables deemed uncollectible and review with Management for possible write-offs. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Associate's or Bachelor's degree (preferred) in Accounting or Finance. Computer proficient with knowledge and experience working in Aderant, ARCS, Excel, Outlook, Word and various e-billing platforms. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Analytical skills with an aptitude for detail and accuracy. Exhibit high degree of initiative and critical-thinking skills in managing multiple priorities. We offer an outstanding benefit package which includes: medical/dental/vision, 401k with employer contribution, parental leave, transportation fringe benefit program, back-up care option, generous paid time off policy, and long-term and short-term disability policies. Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer/AA-M/F/SO/Disability/Veteran.
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