Accounts Receivable Specialist

Clark Hill PLC is hiring an Accounts Receivable (“A/R”) Specialist for the Detroit, MI office.  The A/R Specialist is responsible for (i) the independent resolution of tasks and activities related to collecting and servicing of client accounts; (ii) the monitoring and maintenance of a portfolio of accounts; (iii) researching client information to support routine collection duties; and (iv) generating outstanding receivable, and ledger reports in order to resolve specific client concerns relating to billing and payment activity.  The A/R Specialist ensures that monthly reports are completed by firm deadlines and makes recommendations for the processing of invoices balances pursuant to firm policies.

 

The successful candidate will have an associate’s degree in accounting, business, or a related field.  In lieu of an accounting or business degree, the candidate may have college level accounting classes with at least three (5) years or more of related professional experience in a legal collection or customer service environment.  Familiarity with FDCPA collection restrictions is preferred.  Proficiency with MS Office is required.  Candidates must be self-directed and thrive in a busy, time-sensitive environment.  This position requires flexibility to work additional hours, especially in the fourth quarter of the year. This position is eligible for overtime pay.  Once the successful candidate is trained, this position is hybrid.

 

The salary range for this position at the time of posting is $24.00 - $31.25 hourly/$50,000 - $65,000 annually, based upon a full-time work schedule.  Actual compensation will be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to employee qualifications, relevant experience, skill sets, training, internal equity, and market data.  This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.  In addition, Clark Hill offers employees the ability to participate in health insurance with optional HSA/FSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, 401K, vacation, sick time, parking/public transportation allowance, and an employee assistance program.

 

Clark Hill is an AmLaw 200 law firm with 30 offices across the United States, Ireland, and Mexico.  With 700+ attorneys, our value proposition is simple. We offer our clients an exceptional team, dedicated to the delivery of outstanding service. We recruit and develop talented individuals and empower them to contribute to our rich diversity of legal and industry experience. We work in agile, collaborative teams, partnering with our clients to help them reach and exceed their business goals.

 

Clark Hill is committed to an aggressive growth strategy through the hiring of associates, counsel, and members who fit our culture, embrace the goals of our strategic plan, and bring the skills and experience to our firm that are critical to serving the needs of our clients.  Successful Clark Hill employees have a track record of solid academic credentials, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills.  Clark Hill is a collaborative environment which provides for both a professional and personally rewarding career.