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Essential Duties
Other Duties
Qualifications
Knowledge/Experience
Three years of experience in law firm accounts receivable; five years or more preferred. Legal secretary, business to business accounts receivable experience or general accounting background will be strongly considered. The Accounts Receivable Coordinator should possess knowledge of basic accounting, record keeping, general office procedures and legal terminology. Experience working within a law firm or professional services environment preferred. A broad range of technical ability, with a demonstrated aptitude, excellent organizational skills and willingness to learn new software/applications is needed for this position.
Qualities
Incumbent must be self-motivated, highly organized, detail oriented, strong work ethic, good oral and written communications, timely in all respects, good with numbers, persistent / tenacious, ability to persuade others to do what is necessary in a respectful manner, ability to “think out of the box”, able to work with minimal supervision and must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Skills
The Accounts Receivable Coordinator must be proficient with Microsoft Office Applications and be detailed oriented. The Accounts Receivable Coordinator must have the personality and ability to interact with clients and Haynes Boone attorneys/employees. The Accounts Receivable Coordinator must have the ability to work both independently and as a member of a team. The ability to work with many different types of personalities at all levels of an organization is a must. This individual must have the ability to answer questions while maintaining confidentiality. A sense of “urgency” is of an utmost importance. Must be flexible and able to adapt to change quickly.
Education
High school diploma required; some college coursework preferred.
Physical Demands
Must be able to move around the office up to 5% of the time to make copies, fax, file, etc.; Remain stationary at least 95% of the time; This position operates computers and other office productivity machines (e.g., copier, printer, scanner, etc.) on a regular basis; Occasionally requires documents or files weighing up to 15 lbs. to be moved; This position must be able to view a computer screen at least 95% of the time.
Working Conditions
Hybrid Office Environment
At Haynes and Boone, our people are the driving force behind our success. Because we value the role every individual plays in how we deliver exceptional legal services, we hire people who will contribute to our professional reputation, enhance client relationships and share in our success.
Haynes and Boone is one of the largest law firms in Dallas, and it continues to grow. In 2023, Haynes and Boone moved its headquarters to a new 27-story office tower in the Harwood District of uptown Dallas. Lawyers in our Dallas office serve all the firm’s practice and industry areas – including corporate, litigation, banking/finance, insurance law, healthcare law, labor and employment, estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy, intellectual property, white collar crime, and antitrust. Our Dallas lawyers are widely recognized in their practice areas in publications such as The Best Lawyers in America directory (Woodward/White, Inc.) and the Chambers USA legal directory (Chambers & Partners). This office attracts high-energy, technically proficient people who enjoy working in a collegial environment. We are committed to having an inclusive workforce that reflects our communities, and we seek highly motivated lawyers and staff who value our culture of respect and teamwork.
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