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Contract Accounts Receivable Assistant

Hybrid-Multiple Locations, US

Employment Type: Temporary Position Function: Operations Job Number: 16780671

Job Description

About Our Client

Our client is an elite, global professional services firm that prides itself on being bold, exceptional, and collaborative. They view their people as the heart and soul of the organization, offering a supportive environment where professionals can engage in meaningful work and achieve long-term career growth. Committed to excellence and the development of their team, they foster a culture of high performance and positive professional relationships.

The Opportunity

This is a one-year contract opportunity for an Accounts Receivable Assistant to provide critical support to the Accounting department. Operating in a fast-paced environment, this role is essential for researching and processing various cash applications and credit accounting tasks to ensure financial accuracy.

The Location

This position features a hybrid work model, allowing for a regular in-office presence with flexibility for work-from-home. Candidates must be within commuting distance of one of the following regional offices: Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, Northern VA, Raleigh, Philadelphia, or Wilmington.

What You Will Do

  • Perform basic cash applications using Aderant.
  • Research pending, unidentified, and unapplied cash receipts.
  • Respond to AR-related requests and inquiries from billing and other internal groups.
  • Address and resolve administrative and financial tickets within ServiceNow.
  • Assist with financial adjustments, including write-offs, reversals, and reallocations.
  • Verify banking details with clients via phone and email correspondence.
  • Collaborate closely with the Collections department to apply pending payments.

Who You Are

  • Experienced: You possess at least 1 year of experience in accounts receivable and have a solid understanding of general accounting procedures and full-cycle accounting.
  • Technically Savvy: You are proficient in Microsoft Excel, 10-key data entry, and ideally have experience with Aderant and ServiceNow.
  • Communicative: You can effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with various business professionals and third parties.
  • Detail-Oriented: You maintain a high level of accuracy while working under pressure and managing competing demands.
  • Professional: You maintain a professional demeanor and have the organizational skills necessary to meet strict deadlines.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a proactive professional with a background in law firm accounting who excels in a team-oriented environment. You are someone who thrives on research and problem-solving, ensuring that every payment is accurately accounted for while upholding the firm s high standards for quality work product.

Why Join the Team?

  • Competitive Compensation: This role offers a target pay rate depending on your location.
  • Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values partnership and empowers you to achieve goals together.
  • Professional Growth: Gain experience within a globally recognized firm known for its commitment to excellence.

About Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search

Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search is a leading provider of Contingent Workforce Solutions, Executive Search, Leadership and Individual Contributor hiring, empowering businesses to achieve their strategic objectives through expert talent acquisition. Our specialties include sales, marketing, finance/accounting and operations hiring. With a commitment to excellence and a deep understanding of market trends, Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search helps organizations build high-performing teams and navigate complex workforce challenges. Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search specializes in U.S. Hiring for Global Businesses.

Meet Your Recruiter

Michael Streeter
National Talent Acquisition Recruiter

Michael Streeter brings over 20 years of expertise in executive search and recruiting, specializing in technology and financial services. Since joining Naviga, he has quickly become a vital contributor, connecting top-tier talent with leading global companies across North America.

Before being hired at Naviga, Michael built a distinguished career with large staffing firms, honing his skills in managing recruiting and sourcing teams, overseeing job posting strategies, and supporting enterprise-level clients, particularly in banking and financial services. His experience includes leading high-volume, specialized recruitment, notably executing large-scale seasonal staffing projects for Big 4 firms in Tax and Audit. His deep knowledge of IT roles, combined with complex finance and accounting searches, enables him to navigate challenging talent landscapes with precision.

Michael’s approach emphasizes technical qualifications, cultural fit, and candidate reliability, where his “human touch” differentiates him. He excels at identifying candidates with relevant industry experience, often from competitor organizations, delivering results that align with client needs. One rewarding placement involved sourcing a Level IV Accounting Manager with CPA credentials and Big 4 experience, a role with a highly limited candidate pool. Through diligent outreach and evaluation, Michael secured a candidate who exceeded client expectations and became an invaluable asset.

He partners closely with clients to clarify the essential skills and attributes that drive success, ensuring focused searches that save time and produce superior hires.

Outside of work, Michael maintains balance through regular gym sessions, which fuel the physical and mental stamina necessary for success in the fast-paced recruiting world. He lives by the principle, “Time is finite and therefore your most valuable resource, use it wisely,” reflecting his commitment to efficiency and purposeful action in every facet of his professional life.

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