Associate Controller & Accounts Receivable Lead

Associate Controller & Accounts Receivable Lead

New York, NY | Full-Time | In-Person

The Cook Group is seeking an experienced Associate Controller & Accounts Receivable Lead to join our Finance team in New York City.

This is a hands-on role for someone who understands various aspects of the financial operations of a law firm or professional services organization, and is at the same time comfortable taking ownership of the accounts receivable lifecycle—from working with the firm’s Billing team (6 FTE), especially on appeals, through managing collections and payment reconciliation.

The right person will bring strong financial fundamentals, excellent attention to detail and a practical mindset for improving the way work gets done. Just as importantly, we are looking for someone who is willing to roll up their sleeves and work alongside the team.

What You’ll Do

As part of The Cook Group’s Finance team, you will work collaboratively across the function, usually directly with the CFO and within the broader Controller team, while also taking the process lead for Accounts Receivable.

Key responsibilities include:

• Own and manage the later stages of the Accounts Receivable lifecycle, esp. appeals, collections, payment matching and follow-up on outstanding receivables, ideally while maintaining a positive and collaborative relationships with major insurance carriers
• Manage and help resolve insurance carrier billing and payment issues, including appeals and outstanding payment matters.
• Partner with the broader Finance team to support comprehensive financial reporting on firm performance generally, and across both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable specifically.
• Take a hands-on approach to day-to-day financial operations, including payment administration, month end close in collaboration with external bookkeeping, and other critical processes as needed.
• Review existing workflows and identify practical, realistic opportunities to improve processes, accuracy and efficiency.
• Help develop, analyze and report key financial data and insights to executive leadership.
• Support, train and mentor members of the Finance team, helping strengthen capabilities and share knowledge across the department.
• Collaborate with attorneys, firm leadership and other internal stakeholders to address billing and financial matters professionally and effectively.

What We’re Looking For

• At least 3 years of relevant Finance, Controlling or Accounting experience; 5+ years preferred.
• Law firm experience is strongly preferred, particularly within a litigation practice. Experience within another professional services environment will also be considered.
• Demonstrated experience managing Accounts Receivable processes.
• Comfort working with insurance carrier billing, appeals, payment reconciliation and collections. Prior experience working within or directly with insurance carriers is a plus.
• Ability to follow up on outstanding receivables professionally and constructively while working toward solutions.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate financial information into useful reporting.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• A collaborative, hands-on approach and willingness to handle both higher-level financial work and the day-to-day tasks necessary to keep processes moving.
• Sound judgment, accountability and the ability to work effectively with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
• A degree in Finance, Accounting, Financial Management, Data Analytics or a related discipline is helpful but not required when supported by equivalent professional experience.

The Role

This is a full-time, primarily in-person position based in our New York City office. The role is expected to be in the office four to five days per week, with the potential for up to one remote day per week.

Salary Range: $65,000–$95,000 annually base, plus full benefits and bonus

Compensation within the range will be based on experience, qualifications and relevant law firm or professional services background.

About The Cook Group

The Cook Group is a national litigation firm built around collaboration, strong client service and a practical approach to the practice of law. Our attorneys and professional staff work across offices and disciplines, and we value people who take ownership of their work, contribute ideas and genuinely enjoy being part of a team.

We are looking for someone who wants to do more than maintain a Finance function—we want someone who will help us continue to make it better.