Accounts Receivables Coordinator

Haynes Boone London

. Handle outstanding accounts receivable for an assigned portfolio .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeDallas • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing accounts receivable within a law firm environment, ensuring timely client payments and effective communication with attorneys and clients. Proficient in utilizing accounting systems and maintaining detailed records while adapting to changing demands.

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Accounts Receivable ManagementLegal Terminology KnowledgeMicrosoft Office ProficiencyClient Communication SkillsProblem-Solving Ability

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Hard Skills

Accounts ReceivableBasic AccountingRecord KeepingPayment ProcessingBilling ProceduresFinancial ReportingTrust WithdrawalsE-Billing SystemsPayment AllocationAging Accounts Management

Soft Skills

Detail OrientedSelf-MotivatedStrong Work EthicGood Oral CommunicationPersuasive

Tools & Technologies

Elite 3EAR ClickOnline Banking SystemsMicrosoft Office ApplicationsE-Bill Systems

Industry Keywords

Law FirmProfessional ServicesClient RelationshipsGeneral AccountingOffice Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle outstanding accounts receivable for an assigned portfolio
Support staff and attorneys in the business aspects of client relationships
Collect the Firm’s outstanding receivable accounts and perform related duties
Report accounts receivable status in tracking systems including Elite 3E and AR Click
Respond timely to client and attorney requests
Contact clients daily regarding aging accounts and keep attorneys updated on payment status
Process payment, write-off, and refund transactions
Work with the Cash Application desk to ensure correct payment allocation and process trust withdrawals
Check online banking systems for expected payments as required
Manage client payment schedules and follow up to ensure promised payments are received
Notify attorneys of unallocated funds and follow up on older unallocated funds
Update attorneys and Section Chairs on accounts receivable over 45 days
Handle client calls concerning billing, collections, and payments
Provide requested invoices, reports, and ad-hoc reports to clients, attorneys, Section/Department Chairs, and management
Maintain functional knowledge of system operations
Work closely with the billing team to meet client and attorney expectations and enable timely payment
Research and problem-solve using internal and external systems
Use external vendor systems such as e-bill and payment sites
Attend General Accounting meetings
Perform other related duties as needed or assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Three years of experience in law firm accounts receivable; five years or more preferred
Legal secretary, business-to-business accounts receivable experience, or general accounting background strongly considered
Knowledge of basic accounting, record keeping, general office procedures, and legal terminology
Experience working within a law firm or professional services environment preferred
Broad technical ability, demonstrated aptitude, excellent organizational skills, and willingness to learn new software/applications
Self-motivated, highly organized, detail oriented, strong work ethic, good oral and written communications, timely, good with numbers, persistent/tenacious, persuasive, able to think outside the box, able to work with minimal supervision, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications
Ability to interact with clients and Haynes Boone attorneys/employees
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Ability to work with different personalities at all organizational levels
Ability to answer questions while maintaining confidentiality
Flexibility and ability to adapt to change quickly
High school diploma required; some college coursework preferred
Must be able to move around the office up to 5% of the time and remain stationary at least 95% of the time
Must regularly operate computers and office productivity machines
Occasionally move documents or files weighing up to 15 lbs.; view a computer screen at least 95% of the time