A/R Specialist - Ledgent Finance & Accounting

Accounts Receivables Specialist/Clerk-Legal-Fairfield-Hiring Immediately!

This role is for a professional, supportive, and collaborative law firm in California. We provide exceptional legal services while fostering a positive work environment that values teamwork, growth, and work-life balance. Our team is committed to ethical conduct, community engagement, and professional development.

Job Overview:

The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for processing client invoices, managing payments, and reconciling accounts. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and a strong communicator, with a positive attitude and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities:

- Review and process time entries for accuracy and completeness.

- Communicate with attorneys and staff to ensure timely and accurate billing.

- Manage client trust account balances, payments, and refunds.

- Process client credit card payments, prepare daily deposits, and make account transfers.

- Track and analyze accounts receivable aging reports, initiate collection efforts.

- Prepare reports and assist with billing inquiries.

- Provide guidance to new attorneys and staff on time entry procedures.

- Ensure billing parameters align with client engagement letters.

- Comply with firm policies and assist with other duties as needed.

Qualifications:

Experience: 1-3 years in accounting or accounts receivable, preferably in a legal setting or professional billing (hours) environment.

Skills:

Proficient in Microsoft Excel (3+ years).

Strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and organizational skills.

Benefits:

- 401(k) with matching

- Health, dental, and vision insurance

- Paid sick time and PTO

- Life and disability insurance

- Employee discounts

- Parental leave

Salary: $26-$32 Hourly

Location: Onsite, Fairfield

If you're passionate about finance and accounting and want to join a growing, collaborative firm, apply today!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.