Collections Assistant
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- England,London,City of London
- Full Time, Permanent
- £40,000 - £45,000 per annum, inc benefits
Job Description:
Join our team as a Collections Assistant, where you will play a crucial role in helping the firm achieve its financial targets by providing an efficient and commercially focused service. This position is ideal for someone with a strong background in legal billing and collections, looking to leverage their skills in a dynamic environment.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Establish and maintain relationships to quickly gain knowledge about clients and matters across departments.
*Work closely with the Senior Collections Coordinator to provide a comprehensive AR and collections function.
*Generate timely reports for Partners and Clients regarding outstanding invoices.
*Conduct regular reviews of AR comments to ensure they reflect the current status.
*Attend meetings with Billers, Partners, and fee earners to discuss AR strategies and actions.
*Assist with the e-billing process and ensure the timely delivery and payment of bills.
*Manage transfers of time/cost, produce credit notes as necessary, and handle write-offs.
*Perform regular analysis of client/matter information for archiving purposes.
*Keep Partners and fee earners informed about outstanding matters and invoices.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Minimum of two years’ experience in a legal environment, with exposure to billing, VAT, disbursements, and collections.
*Knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules.
*Experience with billing and collecting in foreign currencies.
*Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
*Experience using Elite 3E.
*Excellent organizational and writing skills.
*Ability to multitask, prioritise, and efficiently manage time.
*Attention to detail and accuracy.
*Capable of thriving in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
*Flexibility to adapt to varying work situations and demands.
*Availability to work additional hours as needed.
Benefits:
*Competitive salary and benefits package.
*Opportunities for professional growth and development.
*Supportive team environment.
*Beautiful offices
*Free meals
*8% pension
*Paid overtime
9.30-5.30pm and 4 days in the office
Day-to-day of the role:
*Establish and maintain relationships to quickly gain knowledge about clients and matters across departments.
*Work closely with the Senior Collections Coordinator to provide a comprehensive AR and collections function.
*Generate timely reports for Partners and Clients regarding outstanding invoices.
*Conduct regular reviews of AR comments to ensure they reflect the current status.
*Attend meetings with Billers, Partners, and fee earners to discuss AR strategies and actions.
*Assist with the e-billing process and ensure the timely delivery and payment of bills.
*Manage transfers of time/cost, produce credit notes as necessary, and handle write-offs.
*Perform regular analysis of client/matter information for archiving purposes.
*Keep Partners and fee earners informed about outstanding matters and invoices.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Minimum of two years’ experience in a legal environment, with exposure to billing, VAT, disbursements, and collections.
*Knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules.
*Experience with billing and collecting in foreign currencies.
*Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
*Experience using Elite 3E.
*Excellent organizational and writing skills.
*Ability to multitask, prioritise, and efficiently manage time.
*Attention to detail and accuracy.
*Capable of thriving in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
*Flexibility to adapt to varying work situations and demands.
*Availability to work additional hours as needed.
Benefits:
*Competitive salary and benefits package.
*Opportunities for professional growth and development.
*Supportive team environment.
*Beautiful offices
*Free meals
*8% pension
*Paid overtime
9.30-5.30pm and 4 days in the office
Job number 3454492
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