Collections Specialist

Greenberg, Traurig, PA; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global law firm is seeking a Collections Specialist for its Dallas office. The role involves addressing collection efforts, preparing invoices, and liaising with Billing Attorneys. Candidates must have at least three years of collections experience in a professional services setting and proficiency in Excel. Strong communication, analytical, and negotiation skills are essential to drive successful collection processes. The position offers a hybrid working model to enhance flexibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of collections experience, preferably in professional services.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting or Finance is preferred.
• Strong project management and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily collection functions and inventory review.
• Prepare collection reports for discussion with Billing Attorneys.
• Contact clients regarding payments and assess collectability.

Skills

Effective communication

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Attention to confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

3+ years of collections experience

Tools

Excel proficiency

Aderant software experience

Job description

Collections Specialist page is loaded## Collections Specialistremote type: Hybridlocations: Dallas: Houston: Austintime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR202600680Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 16 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.**Join our Revenue Management Team as a Collections Specialist located in our Dallas office.**We are seeking a highly skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service. With a client-focused mindset and an initiative-taking approach, you will play a critical role in driving success, anticipating needs, and providing strategic solutions. If you are someone who demonstrates initiatives, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team.This role will be based in our Dallas office, on a hybrid basis. This position reports to the Collections Manager. The candidate must be flexible to work overtime as needed.**Position Summary**The Collections Specialist is responsible for the accurate and efficient preparation of invoices for various Billing Attorneys. This position will interact with all levels of attorneys, clients and staff to effectively drive the collection process. The candidate will assist with collections, AR analysis, e-bill invoice rejections, invoice resubmissions, Credit/Retainers refunds, client calls as needed. Candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed.**Key Responsibilities*** Responsible for daily functions of collection efforts, including inventory review, regular consultation with the Billing Attorneys to review issues related to A/R and determine best strategy for collection* Meet with Billing Attorneys on a monthly basis to review aged investment balances and provide status of investment amounts to local and firm management* Prepares collection and A/R related reports for discussion with the Billing Attorneys* Account reconciliation with special emphasis on high-risk accounts* Evaluates and recommends on best practices for collection efforts* Contacts clients regarding payments and assess the collectability of the outstanding amounts due* Reviews and analyzes short payments and resolve in a timely manner* Proactively and efficiently communicates A/R information to office and firm management**Qualifications***Skills & Competencies** Highly effective communication, analytical and negotiation skills* Extensive knowledge of collections* Excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with attorneys, clients, and administrative staff* Strong project management and organization skills required* Maintain strict confidentiality* Ability to work independently, in an organized fashion and manage multiple projects* Must have the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines*Education & Prior Experience** Minimum three (3) years of collections experience, preferably in the professional services industry (legal, accounting, insurance, health care)* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Accounting or Finance preferred*Technology** Aderant software and Ebilling Hub experience preferred, but not required* Proficiency in Excel is requiredGT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.**No Fees Required**: GT will **never ask for payment for work equipment or network access**. Also, there are no application fees. We do not ask for bank information or any form of monetary or financial compensation during the recruitment process. All job offers will be preceded by an interview with our hiring team.If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by sending an email to [e-mail]. In your email please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting and a description of the position for which you are applying. If you have a disability that makes it difficult to express your interest in a job through our online application process, or if you require TTY/TDD assistance, please contact us to tell us about your needs.