AR/Credit Collections Specialist

Ascendo Resources; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascendo Resources is seeking an experienced AR/Credit & Collections Specialist to join its finance team. This role involves managing collections, resolving billing discrepancies, and maintaining client accounts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounts receivable within a professional services environment, particularly in legal or financial sectors.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of AR/collections experience in a professional services environment.
• Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct collection calls and follow-ups with clients.
• Apply daily cash receipts and reconcile accounts.
• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Excel

Billing systems

Job description

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Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Hybrid; 4 days onsite, especially during training)

Target Start: Early June

Ascendo is seeking an experienced AR/Credit & Collections Specialist to join its close-knit finance team. Reporting to the Finance Manager, this role is responsible for managing collections and cash application, resolving billing discrepancies, and maintaining client accounts. The position plays a critical role in reducing delinquency and supporting compliance with financial regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct collection calls and follow-ups with clients and internal stakeholders
• Apply daily cash receipts and reconcile accounts
• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies and short payments
• Monitor client accounts, perform reconciliations, and process write-offs
• Generate and analyze AR and collections reports
• Assist with management of the firm’s client money account and ensure regulatory compliance (SRA)
• Collaborate with Revenue Controllers and Finance team on payment issues
• Support ad-hoc projects and reporting needs

Qualifications & Skills

Required:

• 3+ years of AR/collections experience in a professional services environment (legal, financial, consulting, etc.)
• Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables), and billing systems (Elite 3E a plus)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize
• Team-oriented with a proactive, positive attitude

Preferred:

• Legal industry experience
• Experience working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset

This is a great opportunity to join a prestigious international law firm and gain hands-on experience in AR and collections within a dynamic and professional environment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Legal Services

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