Accounts Receivable Management Specialist

About Davies

Davies is a top-tier Canadian law firm focused on high-stakes matters. With offices in Montréal, Toronto and New York, we are consistently at the centre of the most challenging deals and cases in Canada and abroad.

A position at Davies is more than just a job. When you join the firm, you will be welcomed by a team that places as much emphasis on supporting its people as it does on serving its prestigious clients. As such, we have created a collaborative environment where team members of all backgrounds feel appreciated and are encouraged to share their ideas while working alongside some of the brightest legal and business professionals who are eager to share their knowledge and experience.

About the Position

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Management Specialist to join the Finance department in our Toronto or Montréal office. Reporting to the Manager, Accounts Receivables, the successful applicant will be responsible for managing a portfolio of accounts receivable balances and resolving outstanding payment issues.

If you are a proactive, detail-oriented individual with experience in accounts receivable management, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to make an impact within a dynamic team.

Primary Responsibilities

• Proactively follow up on overdue invoices via email and phone, maintaining professionalism and respect in all communications
• Handle client inquiries and discrepancies, ensuring accurate records of all communications in the system
• Prepare financial reports, including billing and payment histories, trends and profitability for review with billing partners and senior leadership
• Produce an accounts receivable aging analysis report on a monthly basis
• Reconcile client accounts, manage overpayments and determine appropriate corrective actions (e.g., credits, refunds or transfers)
• Maintain an ongoing assessment of collection risks and aged invoices; provide analysis to external auditors
• Prepare monthly write-offs for dormant accounts for Partner distribution
• Monitor client repayment schedules, ensuring timely compliance
• Handle confidential materials and documents
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance collections; collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Contribute to the testing and implementation of billing and collections system upgrades

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Accounting, Business Management or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a professional services environment;an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• French language proficiency is an asset
• Strong MS Office skills (Outlook, Excel, Word); familiarity with Aderant or similar accounting systems is a plus
• Exceptional client service, communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure and collaborate with senior leadership and teams
• Detail-oriented with strong time management and negotiation skills

To Apply

For more information or to submit your application, please email Robyn Hayes, Manager, Human Resources at recruitment@dwpv.com

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Davies is committed to providing a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace for candidates and firm members with disabilities. Please let us know of any accommodations you may require at any time during the recruitment process.