Accounts Receivable Specialist

Freeman Mathis and Gary, LLP is a rapidly growing, national specialty litigation firm seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our Atlanta office. The Accounts Receivable Specialist reports to the Accounts Receivable Manager and works closely with the Accounts Receivable team in ensuring the timely and accurate application of payments to firm invoices. This position is ideal for applicants who are highly organized and detailed problem solvers that thrive in a team environment and understand the importance of both internal and external client service.

The following set of success factors describe the characteristics of those who are successful in our Firm:

• Helpful, Congenial, Personable, Positive
• Unpretentious, Approachable, Respectful, Team Oriented
• Accountable, Takes Ownership, Corrects Mistakes
• Organized, Timely, Confidential, Responsive (within 24 hours)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Research incoming check, wire, credit card, and ACH payments in a timely and accurate manner
• Accurately apply payments to firm invoices and post cash receipts
• Reconcile and prepare daily deposits to firm Operating and IOLTA accounts
• Ability to filter data and determine responsible parties for accurate payment application and for resolving unapplied cash
• Reconcile and prepare daily deposits to firm Operating and IOLTA accounts
• Perform AR write-offs
• Communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, and support staff
• Prioritize various and changing responsibilities while being organized and detail oriented
• Ability to process and screen data to verify any discrepancies with systems
• Complete special assignments and requests as directed by manager timely and accurately
• Other duties as required

Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Bachelors’ Degree required in Finance, Accounting, Economics or other related field of study
• Internship, Co-op or other professional work experience desired
• Payment Application experience in a law firm strongly preferred
• Experience using accounting software
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills required
• Dedicated to providing service beyond expectation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work under tight deadlines
• Top-notch organizational skills for optimal workflow and efficiency
• Excellent time management skills
• Demonstrates a strong attention to detail, catches errors and corrects them quickly
• Ability to perform at high levels in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
• Adaptable to changing priorities and work demands
• Pro-active, follows through with minimum direction, and displays initiative
• Exhibits a positive attitude and has confidence

What we offer you

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
• HSA and FSA plans available for employees and dependents
• Work-life balance
• Generous PTO policy
• 401K plan including a 3% Employer Safe Harbor contribution
• 1.5% Profit Sharing contribution
• Firm paid life insurance and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Year-end bonuses and referral fee programs
• Regular firmwide socials and events

EEO Statement

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This position is subject to our drug‑free workplace policy, which includes the ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Employees may be subject to reasonable‑suspicion drug testing in accordance with Firm policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.