AR Specialist

Job Description

Accounts Receivable Specialist | DLA Piper

The Tone:
This is an hourly, hybrid role at DLA Piper, available in Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, Miami, Philadelphia, Raleigh, Reston, Short Hills, Washington DC, or Wilmington. DLA Piper is a global law firm committed to being bold, exceptional, collaborative, and supportive, with its people forming its core and backbone. This position is central to the Accounts Receivable department, focusing on researching and processing diverse cash applications and other credit accounting functions. It represents a significant opportunity to engage in meaningful financial work, contribute directly to the firm’s operations, and foster career development within a professional environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Hourly
• Location: Hybrid – Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, Miami, Philadelphia, Raleigh, Reston, Short Hills, Washington DC, or Wilmington
• Pay: $26.59–$33.28 hourly
• Mission: To provide essential support to the Accounts Receivable department by accurately managing cash applications, researching receipts, and handling credit accounting tasks.
• Tech Stack: Aderant, ServiceNow, Microsoft Excel, 10-key

What You’ll Actually Do
• Cash Application: Process incoming cash applications meticulously within the Aderant system.
• Research & Identification: Research pending cash receipts and related items to identify and apply payments that are currently unidentified or unapplied.
• Internal Support: Respond promptly to Accounts Receivable-related requests and inquiries originating from various internal groups, such as billing and collections.
• Issue Resolution: Address and efficiently resolve support tickets received through the ServiceNow platform.
• Collaboration & Allocation: Work closely with the Collections department to accurately apply pending and unallocated payments to client accounts.

The Must-Haves
• Background: A High School Diploma or GED is required, coupled with a solid understanding of general accounting procedures.
• Experience: A minimum of two years of professional experience specifically as an Accounts Receivable Specialist.
• Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel, accurate 10-key operation, and strong attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• Bonus: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, effective information management, a professional demeanor, strong organizational abilities to meet deadlines, and the capacity to thrive in an environment that promotes teamwork and may involve managing competing demands.