Contract to Perm Collections Specialist (Remote)

Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search is partnering with a leading global business law firm to fill a Contract to Perm Collections Specialist role that is fully remote. You will report to the Sr.

Collections Manager and support onboarding, payments, and financial reporting while ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years in accounting/collections, preferably in a law firm, with proficiency in Aderant and Chrome River, and strong communication and organizational skills to thrive

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a professional accounting role, specifically within collections, accounts receivable, or financial administration.
• Experience within a law firm environment.
• High School diploma or GED; Associate's Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Client Onboarding Support: Gather financial documents and set up new client profiles while ensuring procedures are followed.
• Payment Processing & Research: Process credit card payments, verify transactions, investigate discrepancies and track missing payments.
• Financial Reporting: Run and analyze reports on outstanding balances and collections activity for management insights.
• Refund Management: Prepare and submit documentation in Chrome River to process client overpayments refunds.
• Vendor Management: Complete and process vendor forms per company policies and timelines.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Collections

Financial Reporting

Client Communication

Law Firm Knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's Degree preferred

Tools

Aderant

Chrome River

Workday

PayPal

ARCS

Job description

Contract to Perm Collections Specialist (Remote)

• Chicago (Remote), IL

About Our Client

Our client is a prestigious law firm, headquartered in Chicago, IL, and London, England, is known for its multi-billion-dollar operations, employing over 3,600 lawyers worldwide. The firm fosters a culture of collaboration, high standards, and professional growth. This is a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment that values problem-solving and innovation while supporting some of the top professionals in the legal industry. Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search is proud to partner with a leading global business law firm to find a collaborative, results-oriented Legal Executive Assistant to join their team.

The Opportunity

This is a temp-to-hire opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to join the collections team in a fully remote capacity. Reporting to the Sr. Collections Manager, you will play a critical role in supporting financial and administrative functions, including client onboarding, payment processing, and financial reporting. The role follows a standard schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm EST.

What You Will Do

• Client Onboarding Support: Assist in gathering financial documents and setting up new client profiles while ensuring compliance with procedures.
• Payment Processing & Research: Handle credit card payments, verify transactions, investigate discrepancies, and track missing transactions.
• Financial Reporting: Run and analyze reports regarding outstanding balances and collections activity to provide management insights.
• Refund Management: Prepare and submit documentation in Chrome River to process client overpayment refunds.
• Vendor Management: Complete and process vendor forms accurately in alignment with company policies.
• Administrative Support: Provide general assistance to collections managers and communicate effectively with clients and vendors.

Who You Are

• Experienced Professional: You possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in a professional accounting role, specifically within collections, accounts receivable, or financial administration.
• Industry Savvy: You have previous experience working within a law firm environment.
• Education: You hold at least a High School diploma or GED, though an Associate's Degree is preferred.
• Technically Proficient: You have intermediate-level skills in MS Word and Excel. Experience with Aderant, Chrome River are REQUIRED. Workday, PayPal, and ARCS experience ishighly desired.
• Strong Communicator: You can effectively interact with staff, attorneys, and clients both verbally and in writing.
• Adaptable: You thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments and can manage multiple tasks efficiently.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a seasoned financial professional with a deep understanding of law firm collections and accounts receivable processes . You are someone who balances technical proficiency - specifically with tools like Aderant and Chrome River with "soft skills" like professional persistence and the ability to handle client objections effectively . You pride yourself on accuracy, enjoy researching complex payment discrepancies, and are looking for a long-term home where your temporary role has the potential to become a permanent career

Why Join the Team?

This position offers the flexibility of a 100% remote work arrangement while remaining part of a high-performing, collaborative team . Our client provides a professional atmosphere where accuracy and quality work are valued, and there is a clear potential for the role to convert to a permanent position .

About Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search

Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search is a leading provider of Contingent Workforce Solutions, Executive Search, Leadership and Individual Contributor hiring, empowering businesses to achieve their strategic objectives through expert talent acquisition. Our specialties include sales, marketing, finance/accounting and operations hiring. With a commitment to excellence and a deep understanding of market trends, Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search helps organizations build high-performing teams and navigate complex workforce challenges. Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search specializes in U.S. Hiring for Global Businesses.