Legal Collections Specialist
Accounting Finance
PhiladelphiaPennsylvania Direct Hire Aug 25, 2026

Job Title: Legal Collections Specialist
Job Overview:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking a Legal Collections Specialist to join our client in a role that supports key business operations and contributes to important organizational initiatives. This Direct Hire opportunity is based in Fort Lauderdale, FL and offers a Remote work arrangement. The individual in this position will play an important role in managing accounts receivable activities, maintaining healthy cash flow, and supporting the resolution of outstanding balances. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with multiple business functions to drive timely payment outcomes.
Compensation:
$60,000 - $70,000/year
Work Schedule:
Monday to Friday, normal business hours (EST)
Key Responsibilities of the Legal Collections Specialist:

  • Oversee collection efforts for outstanding receivables by engaging with external parties and promoting timely account resolution.
  • Analyze aging and receivable data to identify payment trends, monitor account activity, and support informed decision making.
  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders to address billing questions, payment disputes, and account status updates.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of outreach efforts, correspondence, and collection outcomes while ensuring proper recordkeeping.
  • Facilitate account reconciliation activities, monitor ongoing resolution processes, and process approved balance adjustments when authorized.
Qualifications and Skills for the Legal Collections Specialist:
  • Minimum of 1 to 2 years of professional experience in billing, collections, or accounts receivable within a law firm environment.
  • Knowledge of legal billing practices and experience managing outstanding client balances and payment follow up activities.
  • Prior experience working with billing or financial management software; familiarity with industry specific platforms is preferred.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills with the ability to review reports, track account activity, and prioritize workload effectively.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to collaborate across multiple business functions.

Why Join Us?
This opportunity offers hands on involvement in financial operations that directly support organizational performance and client service objectives. You will work closely with a variety of internal teams, gaining exposure to important business processes while strengthening your expertise in collections, billing, and accounts receivable management. The role provides the chance to make meaningful contributions in a collaborative and professionally focused environment.
About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp to hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we have grown from a staffing agency into a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology. Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting Contemporary Staffing Solutions.