Accounts Receivable Manager
Chicago
$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
• Advanced proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and expertise with financial and collection software
• Sophisticated acumen in data analysis and tools
• 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

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Applications can only be considered from those eligible to live & work in the USA without restriction.

Harcourt Matthews is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Our divisions include: Legal Operations (Legal Tech and Legal Project Management, LPM, Operations Project Managers, Change, Innovation and Process Improvement); Accounting & Finance (Part and fully qualified Accountants); Pricing & Strategy; Pfi/PPP & FM.

Harcourt Matthews is committed to diversity and inclusion. We value and encourage applications from all ethnicities and welcome everyone regardless of social background, disability, gender identity, and orientation. Diversity benefits us all and challenges our assumptions.

Keywords: collections, credit control, AR, Accounts receivable, manager, senior, law, legal, LLP

Ref: BHJOB3543_5813