Overview
Job Opportunity: Senior Collections Manager – mostly remote, one day in the office when needed. Must have law firm collections and accounting.
Consilio's ELS Direct Hire Staffing Division is excited to assist: Our law firm client is seeking a Senior Collections Manager to join our Accounting team. This leadership role is pivotal in driving the firm’s revenue cycle forward by managing a team of collections professionals, ensuring compliance with internal policies, and collaborating closely with the Director of Revenue to meet departmental goals.
Responsibilities
- Direct and support collections team members in client outreach and follow-up actions
- Monitor new business activity on accounts with outstanding balances and coordinate resolution strategies
- Refer cases to the Bankruptcy partner-in-charge when necessary
- Analyze A/R trends and report findings to leadership
- Identify receivables for write-off or suspense transfer and initiate appropriate actions
- Track and manage payment plans, promissory notes, and retainers
- Prepare monthly and year-end collection projections
- Apply Unallocated and Trust funds to A/R in collaboration with partners and collectors
- Maintain and update collections policies and control procedures
- Lead year-end close processes and support software initiatives
- Supervise and mentor direct reports, manage staffing coverage, and oversee timekeeping
- Participate in hiring, performance reviews, and other HR lifecycle events
- Support ongoing professional development for team members
Qualifications
- Seven plus years of relevant financial experience, including 2+ years in a management role
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with metrics/reporting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, iManage, and firm-specific applications
- Experience with Elite 3E or Elite Enterprise
- Ability to work extended hours and travel as needed
- Strong ownership mindset and ability to mentor others
- Bachelor’s degree
- Prior law firm experience
Apply now to take the next step in your career!
EEO Statement
- Consilio, LLC is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Seniority level
- Mid-Senior level
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Accounting/Auditing
Industries
- Law Practice
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This position is listed as full time and able to be worked remotely.