Account-Receivable Specialist

Personnel Alter Ego; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid telecommuting 2 days in office

Competitive salary

Group insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Personnel Alter Ego seeks an account-receivable specialist to join the collections team at a prestigious Montreal law firm in downtown. You will monitor accounts receivable diligently and collaborate with the firm's lawyers to optimize cash flow.

The role requires 3 to 5 years of experience in accounts receivable, strong Excel skills, and fluency in French and English. A hybrid work arrangement with two days in the office is offered along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in perception/receivables.
• Strong command of Excel (intermediate).
• Fluent in French and English, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the daily follow-up of the list of accounts receivable.
• Collect overdue accounts and establish payment arrangements.
• Record information collected during collection of accounts and assist treasury/collection teams.
• Manage sending of statements and reminders to local and international customers.
• Inform lawyers with analyses and account statements for decision-making.
• Advise management and lawyers on matters requiring legal proceedings.
• Answer clients’ questions.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Excel (intermediate)

Bilingual French/English

Communication skills

Teamwork

Prioritization

Problem solving

Education

DEP/DEC in administrative or legal techniques

Tools

Excel

Job description

We are looking for an account-receivable specialist to join the collections team of a prestigious law firm located in the heart of downtown Montreal. The successful candidate will rigorously monitor accounts receivable and work closely with the firm's lawyers.

Role and Responsibilities

• Carry out the daily follow-up of the list of accounts receivable;
• Collect any overdue accounts and establish payment arrangements;
• Record the information collected during the collection of accounts and assist the treasury team and the collection team for the application of payments;
• Manage the sending of account statements and reminders to local and international customers;
• Inform lawyers by providing them with analyses and account statements as well as all the data necessary for decision-making;
• Advise management and lawyers on matters that require legal proceedings;
• Answer clients’ questions;
• Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Holder of a DEP or DEC in administrative or legal techniques or equivalent;
• 3 to 5 years of experience in perception;
• Experience in the legal sector or in a professional firm (an asset);
• Good command of Excel (intermediate level);
• Good command of French and English, oral and written;
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with clients and members of the firm;
• Customer service oriented personality;
• Ability to work in a team and excellent interpersonal skills;
• Autonomy and performance in problem solving;
• Effective management of priorities, thoroughness, discretion;
• Ability to work on several files at once and respect deadlines.

Benefits

• A major firm renowned for its excellence and leadership, both in the legal services sector and in the local and foreign business community
• A stimulating environment and decision-making center in Montreal where you will be encouraged to make a difference and make a real impact on the firm's business
• To be part of a human, innovative and ambitious team where you can transform your ideas into concrete actions
• To collaborate with recognized professionals beyond provincial borders
• To take advantage of a flexible schedule and a competitive hybrid telecommuting policy (2 days in the office)
• For a competitive salary ($55000 to $65000)
• To access a range of benefits, including group insurance, a savings plan with employer participation, telemedicine, an employee assistance program and take part in sports activities set up by the firm
• To benefit from promising and inspiring partnerships in the legal field, business and in the communities where we are involved