Accounts Receivable Analyst

Law Firm in Downtown Newark (Just Steps from Penn Station); Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Law Firm in Downtown Newark is seeking a full-time Accounts Receivable Analyst to join the Accounting Department in Newark, New Jersey. You will post and apply payments, monitor balances, and assist with timely collections while coordinating with the Billing Team and attorneys.

The role requires strong communication, Excel skills, and the ability to work independently. Prior law firm experience is a plus, and a two-year background in accounting or related fields is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business preferred.
• At least two years of related experience required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Experience in a law firm is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft correspondence for past-due accounts and collections.
• Create reports on customer account status as requested.
• Prepare checks for deposit and post client payments.
• Post & apply client payments according to remittance information.
• Research remittance information from clients when missing.
• Collaborate with Billing Team to reconcile AR issues.
• Notify attorneys about short pays for further guidance.
• Prepare journal entries for non-client payments.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Phone-based communication

Excel proficiency

Independent work

Organizational skills

Law firm experience

Education

High school diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

A law firm is seeking a full-time Accounts Receivable Analyst to join its Accounting Department in Newark, New Jersey. Reporting to the Accounts Receivable Coordinator, this position will support the firm’s accounts receivable operations by posting and applying payments, monitoring outstanding balances, and assisting with the timely collection of receivables.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Draft correspondence for standard past-due accounts and collections, identify delinquent accounts, and contact delinquent clients to request payment
• Creates reports regarding the current status of customer accounts as requested.
• Prepare checks for deposit
• Post & apply client payments according to remittance information
• Research & contact clients for remittance information with regards to payments where such information is missing
• Collaborates with the Billing Team to reconcile accounts receivable issues
• Provide notices to attorneys handling matters about short pays for further instructions to appeal or write off
• Prepare journal entries for non-client related payments
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Comfortability with being on the phone
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• A proactive approach to collections
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Law Firm experience a plus

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration preferred.
• At least two years of related experience required.

Salary : $70,000 plus annual bonus plan