Collections Specialist

NEW ORLEANS, LAPosted 22 days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from Adams & Reese

• Job overview

  The Collections Specialist at Adams & Reese is responsible for managing delinquent accounts and supporting accounts receivable processes to ensure timely collections and accurate billing.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The role involves calling delinquent accounts, maintaining account history in the ARCS system, providing billing copies to attorneys and clients, supporting cash receipts and reminder statements, and attending weekly meetings with the supervisor to review collection efforts.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates must have at least one year of collections and receivables experience, be computer literate with knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office, preferably Elite Information System, and possess strong attention to detail, independence, and organizational skills.

• Team overview

  The Collections Specialist reports to the Accounts Receivable/Collections Supervisor and works within the collections and accounts receivable team.

• Unique job features

  The position requires the ability to handle a high volume of work, work independently, and occasionally work beyond normal hours, with physical requirements including sitting for long periods and lifting files weighing 10-15 lbs.

Company overview

Adams & Reese is a multidisciplinary law firm founded in 1951, with offices across the Southern United States and Washington, D.C., serving clients in sectors such as banking, energy, healthcare, and government. The firm generates revenue through legal services including litigation, corporate transactions, regulatory compliance, and government relations, often representing both public and private entities. Notably, Adams & Reese has a strong reputation for its lobbying practice and has been recognized in publications like The American Lawyer and Chambers USA. The firm has grown through strategic mergers, expanding its regional footprint and practice areas. Candidates should be aware of its collaborative culture and commitment to diversity, pro bono work, and community engagement through its HUGS program.

How to land this job

• Tailor your resume to emphasize your experience in collections and accounts receivable, highlighting your proficiency with ARCS or similar systems and your ability to manage delinquent accounts effectively.

• Showcase your skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and any experience with Elite Information System or similar software to align with the job's technical requirements.

• Mention your attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work independently under deadlines, as these are critical for handling high-volume work and meeting weekly reporting expectations.

• Apply through multiple channels such as the Adams & Reese corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility for the Collections Specialist role.

• Connect with current employees in the Accounts Receivable or Collections division at Adams & Reese on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent company news or asking about their experience with the ARCS system to start conversations.

• Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'collections,' 'accounts receivable,' 'ARCS system,' 'Microsoft Office,' and 'Elite Information System' to improve your chances of passing initial screenings.

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