At Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, our ambition is to help you achieve your goals.
Exceptional client service and the pursuit of excellence are at our core.
We invest in and care about our client relationships, which is why many are incredibly longstanding.
And we enjoy breaking new ground, as we have for over 100 years.
We are where you need us to be.
We are in the world's largest markets, key financial centres and major growth hubs.
Our international footprint is extensive and committed.
We are at our best tackling complexity and navigating change.
We work alongside you on demanding contentious matters, exacting regulatory work and complex public and private market transactions.
We are recognised as leading in these areas.
We are immersed in the sectors and challenges that impact you.
We are recognised as standing apart in energy, ESG, infrastructure and resources.
And we're focused on areas of growth that affect every business across the world, including technology and digitalisation.
All of this is achieved by supporting the growth of our people, who help us deliver on our ambition - which is to help you achieve yours.
Your goals.
Our ambition.
The Opportunity Responsible for application, verification and reporting of incoming client receipts in compliance with Accounting Department's operational procedures.
* Responsible for accurate application of client receipts in the Firm's Accounting system.
* Work on other cash receipts/accounts receivable projects with collection and billing staff including client payment histories and other analyses including follow-up on missed invoices, partial payments.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Preparation of daily cash list for distribution to Management and Finance & Accounting team * Deposit/scanning of all incoming checks * Identify clients' remittances and post payments to the correct client/matter and invoice numbers * Daily accounting system application of client payments received via check/cash, wire/ACH * Reconcile cash receipts to deposits and daily wires posted to Firm bank accounts * Work closely with collection and billing staff to ensure correct application of client payments * Able to recognize and research issues relating to short payments, deductions and/or returned checks with collection/billing groups * Process approved accounts receivable write-off requests from billing attorneys * Apply on account funds to outstanding invoices as requested by billing department * Research and resolve all unapplied cash accounts weekly to general ledger reports * Maintain an organize cash receipts records and files for research/client audit letter requests * Prepare daily cash balance report for distribution to management.
SALARY: $55,000-$65,000 Team Working Pattern Full time Location New York Contract type Permanent Contract Diversity & Inclusion We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives.
We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance.
This is a key part of our Values-Human, Bold, and Outstanding.