Chicago - hybrid work schedule, 3 days a week in the office
$130,000 - $150,000 + bonus and benefits
The Company
An Accounts Receivable Manager role is available for this world leading Law firm who has developed an enviable reputation for advising world-leading corporate and financial institutions across some of the world's leading companies and financial institutions including a significant number listed on the Fortune 100, FTSE 100 and DAX. Covering a broad range of practices including Banking & Finance, Capital Markets, Intellectual Property, Joint Ventures & Strategic Alliances, Mergers & Acquisitions and Real Estate, the business operates across Asia, the Americas and Europe. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative and diverse organisation. This is a key role where you can drive the day-to-day activities and administration related to the Firm’s collections procedures and you will be involved in the transformation of the team.
Key Responsibilities of the Accounts Receivable Manager
- Leads the collections operations of the U.S. Accounts Receivable team
- Ensures the Accounts Receivable team is executing the defined departmental collection strategy
- Leads, trains and mentors departmental staff
- Develops strong relationships with Firm partners, clients, and colleagues
- Leverages data insights, metrics and KPI’s to inform strategic decisions, enhance performance measurement and optimize collections effectiveness
- Fosters a collaborative, innovative and empowering culture
- Serves as the lead for departmental projects, application upgrades and special requests
- Supports pursuit of client payments when appropriate
Skills & Attributes of the Accounts Receivable Manager
- Bachelor’s degree within Accounting, Finance or Business Administration strongly preferred
- You will need to have strong Collections and Accounts Receivable experience within the Professional Services sector, law firm experience is desirable but not essential
- An experienced Supervisor or Manager, who can lead a team effectively
- Projects a strong, credible leadership presence within the team and Firm
- Demonstrates a natural inclination toward providing exemplary service and upholding high standards of excellence
- Cultivates strong relationships and fosters trust among partners, clients and colleagues
- Strives for continuous improvement by assessing current practices, seeking feedback, staying updated on industry trends and implementing best practices
- Communicates clearly and professionally, with refined verbal articulation and precise written correspondence
- Advanced proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and expertise with financial and collection software
- Sophisticated acumen in data analysis and tools