Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

Accounts Receivable Manager

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati$131K — $178K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Palo Alto, CA
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred
  • 5+ years of accounts receivable, collections, legal billing, or trust accounting experience preferred
  • 3+ years management experience preferred
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Familiarity with legal billing platforms such as Elite, Aderant, or Clio preferred

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily processing and posting of client payments including checks, ACH, wire transfers, and credit card transactions
  • Coordinate with account managers to resolve client reconciliations around outstanding balances and payments
  • Maintain accurate client account records and documentation within accounting systems
  • Develop and ensure compliance with a comprehensive process and procedures manual for the accounts receivable team
  • Record, track, and reconcile client advances, retainers, and trust balances according to firm policies
  • Monitor trust-to-operating transfers for accuracy and compliance
  • Support month-end closing activities and accounts receivable reporting

Benefits

  • Remote or hybrid work arrangement
  • Discretionary year-end merit bonus based on performance
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
Full Job Description
The firm is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Receivable Manager to support the financial operations of a fast-paced law firm. This role is responsible for processing payments, maintaining accurate financial records, and properly administering client advances/retainers in compliance with firm policies and legal accounting requirements. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and experience working in a professional service or legal environment.

This position is available as a remote or hybrid work arrangement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Oversee daily processing and posting of client payments, including checks, ACH, wire transfers, and credit card transactions
  • Coordinate with the account managers to resolve client reconciliations around outstanding balances and application of payments to invoices
  • Maintain accurate client account records and documentation within accounting systems
  • Develop a comprehensive process and procedures manual for the accounts receivable team and ensure compliance to the manual
  • Properly record, track, and reconcile client advances, retainers, and trust balances in accordance with firm policies and applicable legal accounting requirements
  • Apply client advances and retainer funds to fees earned and costs incurred following attorney approval and established billing procedures
  • Monitor trust-to-operating transfers to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable regulations
  • Oversee the client refund process ensuring client funds are returned to the client in a timely manner
  • Assist with month-end closing activities, reconciliations, and accounts receivable reporting
  • Support compliance with firm billing policies, trust accounting procedures, and legal accounting standards
  • Identify opportunities to improve existing processes


Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred
  • 5+ years of accounts receivable, collections, legal billing, or trust accounting experience preferred
  • 3+ years management experience preferred
  • Experience working in a law firm or professional services environment strongly preferred
  • Knowledge of client trust accounting, retainers, and legal billing procedures preferred
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office - Word, Excel and Outlook)
  • Familiarity with legal billing platforms such as Elite, Aderant, Clio, or similar systems preferred
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external clients
  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices


The primary location for this job posting is in Palo Alto, but other locations may be listed. The actual base pay offered will depend upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to the selected candidate's qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, professional certifications and licenses, and work location. The anticipated pay range for this position is as follows:

Palo Alto, New York, San Francisco: $131,750 - $178,250 per year.Austin, Boston, Boulder, Century City, Delaware, Los Angeles, Salt Lake City, San Diego, Seattle, and all other locations: $119,000 - $161,000 per year.

The compensation for this position may include a discretionary year-end merit bonus based on performance. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits information can be found here.

About Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati (WSGR) is a law firm that specializes in technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises. The firm provides legal services in the areas of corporate law, litigation, intellectual property, and regulatory affairs. WSGR has offices in the United States, China, and Europe. The firm was founded in 1961 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California.
Learn more about Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
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1961

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