Remote Collections Specialist – Legal Services

Soni; New Jersey; Remote; USD 75,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Soni, partnering with a leading AmLaw 100 firm, seeks a Collections Specialist for our South Jersey office. The role is focused on collecting balances in line with credit terms, supporting global client accounts, and resolving payment delays while providing accurate reporting and administrative support to the collections function.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in accounting/finance, at least three years in collections or credit control, and experience in a law firm or professional services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business preferred.
• At least three years of collections or credit control experience.
• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment highly preferred.
• Experience working with multi-currency client accounts is preferred.
• Experience with Elite 3E is highly preferred; other billing software will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of client accounts, securing payment of outstanding balances in line with agreed credit terms.
• Build relationships with client contacts and Accounts Payable teams to resolve payment issues.
• Investigate and resolve invoice, billing and payment-related queries with internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate collection activities, including reminders, correspondence and supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate collection records, payment commitments and account notes.
• Support key and global client accounts with billing, finance and client service teams.
• Prepare collection forecasts and debtor analysis with regular updates on performance and risks.

Skills

Collections

Customer service

Excel

Communication skills

Multi-currency accounts

Law firm experience

Billing inquiries

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or business

Tools

Elite 3E

Elite Enterprise

Aderant/CMS

Job description

Soni, partnering with a leading AmLaw 100 firm, seeks a Collections Specialist for our South Jersey office. The role is focused on collecting balances in line with credit terms, supporting global client accounts, and resolving payment delays while providing accurate reporting and administrative support to the collections function.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in accounting/finance, at least three years in collections or credit control, and experience in a law firm or professional services.