Bilingual Accounts Receivable Specialist (French/English) - Paris Hours

Job summary

The specialist facilitates effective accounts receivable and relationship management for an assigned portfolio of billing attorneys and their clients. They are responsible for preparing reports, resolving outstanding balances, and maintaining accurate collection records.

Job details

Welcome to Frontline Managed Services® – where innovation, technology, and efficiency converge to redefine the landscape of IT, Financial, and Administrative Managed Services for legal and professional service firms. As pioneers in the industry, we are driven by a relentless commitment to excellence. Join Our Team and Be a Catalyst for Change! We don't just follow industry standards; we set them. Our dynamic environment thrives on pushing boundaries and embracing challenges. We are more than a workplace; we are a community of forward-thinkers dedicated to shaping the future. Position Overview Our Accounts Receivable Specialist facilitates effective accounts receivable and relationship management for an assigned portfolio of billing attorneys and their clients to accurately maintain and collect account balances within the specified terms of engagement. This is a fully remote position based in Ontario, Canada. This role supports a client based in France, and all business communication with the client is conducted in French (both verbal and written) on a daily basis. Fluency in both French and English is required. Compensation - Annual salary for this role ranges from $65,000 – $75,000 CAD, commensurate with skills and experience. Schedule/Shift - This role supports a France-based client and requires keeping Central European Business Hours which translates to early morning hours in Ontario approximately 3:30 AM – 11:30 AM ET What You’ll Do Prepares reports and analyses to keep leadership apprised of results and opportunities to decrease outstanding accounts receivable for the assigned portfolio Facilitates meetings with billing attorneys and stakeholders, highlighting opportunities to improve cash flow Acts as a liaison between clients and attorneys to resolve outstanding balances while preserving the attorney-client relationship Keeps accurate and detailed records regarding collection activities in the Firm's Accounts Receivable Collection Software What You Bring Fluency in French and English, with the ability to conduct professional business communications (written & verbal) in both languages. It is expected that daily communications with client are done in French. Strong critical thinking, research, problem-solving, and analytical skills Proficient in Microsoft Office with an emphasis on Excel and Outlook Effective communication skills, verbal and written, with proficiency in grammar and punctuation Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred A combination of 7 years of customer service, accounting, and accounts receivable experience is preferred Previous law or accounting firm experience is preferred Not Sure You Meet Every Requirement? We know that great candidates may not match every qualification listed. If you’re excited about the role and believe you could be a strong fit, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and a growth mindset as much as experience. Physical Demands/Work Environment Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk are required to operate a computer Join Us At Frontline Managed Services, we celebrate different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to building a team that reflects the clients and communities we serve.

What you’ll do

The specialist facilitates effective accounts receivable and relationship management for an assigned portfolio of billing attorneys and their clients. They are responsible for preparing reports, resolving outstanding balances, and maintaining accurate collection records.

Requirements

Candidates must be fluent in both French and English to conduct daily business communications. A combination of 7 years of customer service, accounting, and accounts receivable experience is preferred.

Listed skills

• French · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Accounts receivable · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Microsoft Outlook · Preferred
• English · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Accounts Receivable
• French
• English
• Financial Reporting
• Relationship Management
• Critical Thinking
• Problem-solving
• Analytical Skills
• Microsoft Office
• Excel
• Outlook
• Communication
• Collection Software
• Meeting Facilitation
• Cash Flow Improvement
• Industry Standards
• Growth Mindedness
• Effective Communication
• Bilingual (French/English)
• Microsoft Excel
• Research
• Accounting
• Billing
• Business Communication
• Customer Service
• French Language
• Grammar
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Problem Solving
• Managed Services
• Microsoft Outlook
• Punctuation and Capitalization
• Collections

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Legal
• Administrative
• Customer Service & Support
• Accounts Receivable Specialist
• Accounts Payable / Receivable Clerk
• Accounting Associate Professionals
• Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks