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Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP

Collections Specialist, Legal Services

Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Overview

Collections Specialist, Legal Services at Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP. Compensation: $30.22 per hour ($55,000 annually). Swanson Martin & Bell, LLP offers an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, qualified transportation benefits, life insurance, vacation and sick time, holiday pay, and 401(k). Benefits

HDHP with HSA or PPO Medical Insurance 24/7 Telehealth Program and 24/7 Nurse line Mail Order Prescriptions Maternity Care Program Dental Insurance with Virtual Dental Visits Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) and Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Short- and Long-Term Disability Plans (STD/LTD) Life Insurance Benefits Voluntary Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance Life/Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Vacation/PTO and Sick Time Allowances 401k Plan Qualified Transportation Benefits Core Responsibilities

Responsible for managing an account portfolio and assisting in account reconciliation for the collection of all monies due from clients Reviews aging of assigned portfolio Initiates the review, research, and resolution of receivables Works collaboratively with Cash Receipts and Billing to resolve unpaid cash and non-payment client-related disputes Maintains quality relationships with attorneys, billers, and cash receipts Responsibilities

Manages aged accounts receivable including, contacting clients to collect delinquent invoices and taking appropriate action to resolve underlying issues Respond to client inquiries related to accounts receivable balances and invoicing Provides management updated information on credit issues related to notification of bankruptcy and bad debt issues Provides management with recommendations on accounts to be sent to collections in written narrative summary, detailing the account and collection history, and including copies of all needed documentation Demonstrates accuracy in posting charges, payments, and adjustments into the billing system Notates any and all information into the billing system for future reference Performs accounting and clerical functions to support the Accounts Receivable Department through contacting clients to collect on past due balances and providing statements and/or invoices Contributes to Accounting team environment as a cross-functional team member to meet department deadlines and objectives Resolves valid or authorized deductions accordingly Summarizes receivables by verifying totals accurately Updates weekly and/or monthly collections reports as needed Analyzes and recommends resolutions for disputed issues with clients Ensures contract terms and conditions are being followed and notifies clients, as needed Additional Responsibilities

Handles special projects, as needed Follows up on payment denials and underpayments on client accounts, while working with payors to ensure that all claims have been processed correctly and have been applied to the appropriate accounts Monitors the collections process to ensure that any adjustments and write-offs have been documented and recorded on client accounts Notifies attorneys of delinquent accounts and any actions being taken Qualifications

Must have high-energy and perseverance, while remaining professional on all customer interactions Minimum of 2 years previous high-volume collections experience required Advanced organizational skills a must Previous law firm experience is a plus Employment details

Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industry: Law Practice

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