LHH is partnering with a professional services firm in the heart of San Diego to hire an Accounts Receivable & Collections Specialist. Our client is expanding its finance team and is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive individual. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoys building strong relationships with internal teams and external clients.

What You’ll Do

• Manage the full collections cycle, including outreach to clients to ensure timely payments

• Monitor and analyze aging reports to identify trends and prioritize follow-ups

• Collaborate with finance leadership and department heads in regular AR review meetings

• Reconcile client accounts and resolve discrepancies with accuracy and professionalism

• Generate and maintain reports on receivables performance and cash flow forecasts

• Coordinate with other internal team members to ensure accurate and timely invoice delivery

• Maintain thorough documentation of client communications and collection efforts

• Support special projects and contribute to process improvements

• Stay informed on industry best practices and ensure compliance with applicable regulations

What You Bring

• 3+ years of experience in accounts receivable and collections

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a professional and courteous tone

• Intermediate Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, etc.); training available for the right candidate

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

• Familiarity with legal or professional services billing systems is a plus

Why Join Us?

• Supportive, team-oriented culture with open communication

• Opportunities for growth and increased responsibility

• Exposure to complex client accounts and high-level financial operations

• Merit-based recognition and performance incentives

• Standard holidays and generous time-off policies

• Hybrid work environment after a initial training period

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance