What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable Specialist position at Kaufman Dolowich LLP?
Kaufman Dolowich, recently recognized by U.S. News as one of the “Best Companies to Work For – Law Firms,” is looking to add a detail-oriented and motivated Accounts Receivable Specialist to our Accounting and Finance team. In this role, you’ll play a key part in our financial operations—accurately identifying and allocating client payments, ensuring timely and precise posting, and upholding strong internal controls throughout the process. We're looking for someone who values accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration.
This position is offered on a hybrid basis, with a minimum of three days per week required in our Woodbury, Long Island office, allowing for a balance of in-person teamwork and remote flexibility.
Job Duties:
Target Hiring Range: $65,000 - $77,000
Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Kaufman Dolowich without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. Kaufman Dolowich is
proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
This position is offered on a hybrid basis, with a minimum of three days per week required in our Woodbury, Long Island office, allowing for a balance of in-person teamwork and remote flexibility.
Job Duties:
- Process and accurately apply all incoming payments for all customer accounts from various sources including client checks, credit cards, Lockbox, Wires and ACH’s into the accounting system.
- Process all payment receipt transactions and post complex payment, as well as contractual adjustments to customer accounts.
- Work with the billing and collections departments to resolve posting issues.
- Maintain a strong knowledge regarding application of all customer payment types and conditions as they relate to collections and payment terms.
- Identify and communicate discrepancies in payments received with various departments, billing attorneys, and management.
- Update client files in relation to NSF rejects and ensures communication to Billing Attorney and collections department.
- Research unidentified payments for proper posting.
- Responsible for processing credit card payments or refunds as assigned.
- Monitor, respond, or forward inquiries related to all payment questions via email in a timely and professional manner.
- Provide quality and professional customer service to all clients and team members.
- Additional tasks as assigned by management.
- Associate degree in Finance or Accounting preferred.
- Prior experience in accounts receivables and cash applications.
- Law Firm experience is a must.
- Ability to multitask and effectively manage time, amid multiple deadlines.
- Ability to manage high volume data entry.
- Intermediate Excel Skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Autonomous, reliable, detail oriented, well organized and accurate.
- Coyote Analytics’ experience a plus
- PTO.
- Competitive salary and growth opportunities.
- Comprehensive benefits packages (Medical, Vision, Dental, Voluntary Plans).
- Firm paid Life/AD&D and LTD.
- Professional team-oriented environment.
Target Hiring Range: $65,000 - $77,000
Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Kaufman Dolowich without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. Kaufman Dolowich is
proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Salary : $65,000 - $77,000