Debt Recovery Specialist

Collections Specialist: Long Island, NY Our client is a mid‑sized law firm with offices around the tri‑state and Florida. They have an immediate need for a Collections Specialist, reporting into the Director of Finance. This position is hybrid (after an initial period of in‑office training for approximately 4 weeks), located in their Long Island, NY office. Responsibilities Meet with and assist Billing Attorneys with collection efforts Contact clients for payment when directed by Billing Attorneys Review aged accounts receivable for invoices requiring follow up Follow up with Billing Attorneys on aged invoices and offer collection assistance Send payment reminders along with invoice copies Prepare and send collection letters when Billing Attorney agrees Perform accounts receivable write offs when applicable and approved Review e‑billing web sites for invoice status and implement procedures for timely identification of e‑billing rejections Analyze invoice deductions to inform/implement procedures to minimize in the future Maintain spreadsheets for Billing Attorneys of aged items/appealed items and deadlines Work closely with Partners, Chief Operating Officer, Collections Manager, Billing Department and Accounting Department Ad hoc requests and special projects Experience 4 year college degree 3+ years of collections experience Law firm or professional service experience a plus Experience with Aderant and e‑billing websites a plus Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word Professional Attributes Strong work ethic, self-starter Comfortable with technology and learning system functionality Customer service oriented Excellent interpersonal skills Attention to detail Quick learner Ability to multi-task and prioritize Strong communication and organizational skills The annualized salary range for this position is $70,000 to $85,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job‑related factors permitted by law. Salary is accompanied by a comprehensive benefits plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr