Accounts Receivable Specialist

Job Title: Accounts Receivable Specialist


Location: Los Angeles, CA (Century City)


Schedule: Hybrid - 3 Days Onsite / 2 Days Remote


Job Type: Direct Hire


Salary: $90,000 annually


Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).


We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a professional services organization in Los Angeles. This role is ideal for someone with strong cash applications, payment research, and law firm billing experience who thrives in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment. The Accounts Receivable Specialist will play a key role in daily cash posting activities, payment reconciliation, and supporting billing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research, reconcile, and allocate daily incoming payments including checks, wires, ACH, and credit card transactions
• Prepare and provide daily cash posting information for accounting records
• Investigate unidentified or misapplied payments and coordinate resolution with internal teams
• Partner with billing, conflicts, and finance departments to assist with payment identification and account inquiries
• Maintain accurate AR records and ensure timely application of client payments
• Assist with account reconciliations and aging analysis
• Support month-end and year-end AR close processes
• Provide professional communication with internal stakeholders, including attorneys and leadership

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of Accounts Receivable experience, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment
• Prior law firm billing experience required
• Experience with Aderant or Elite (3E or Enterprise) billing systems strongly preferred
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills including formulas, VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and data formatting
• Experience working with trusts or trust accounting preferred
• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree a plus
• Strong communication skills with a high level of professionalism
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and follow-through

Why Join Us:

• Stable, well-established organization with strong reputation
• Hybrid schedule offering work-life balance
• Collaborative leadership team and supportive department structure
• Opportunity for long-term career growth and internal advancement
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Modern office environment in Century City