Account Coordinator

About the Role

We are seeking an Account Coordinator to join our Bellingham office. This role supports the region's legal teams by managing account balances, preparing settlement accountings, and processing release and trust packets. It is a great fit for someone who is detail-oriented, comfortable with numbers, and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where collaboration and client service come first. You will communicate frequently with attorneys, paralegals, medical providers, and insurance representatives, ensuring all documentation is accurate and complete. The position requires strong organizational skills, excellent follow-through, and a customer-service mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and cross-reference medical bills, payment ledgers, and records with precision.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all records and comply with HIPAA standards.
• Prepare and process settlement and forensic accountings accurately and on deadline.
• Communicate regularly with healthcare providers, insurers, and state agencies (HCA).
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in billing or insurance records.
• Track and follow up on all outstanding requests to ensure timely responses.
• Provide consistent and professional communication with both internal teams and external contacts.

Requirements

• A professional, friendly attitude and a team-oriented approach.
• At least one year of experience in an administrative or accounting support role (legal or personal injury experience is a plus).
• Strong math, proofreading, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel; familiarity with legal software preferred.
• The ability to type at least 50 wpm and manage multiple priorities with accuracy.
• A working knowledge of HIPAA and HITECH standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently.
• A high school diploma or GED is required; a college degree or paralegal certification is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly base pay range for this position is $24.00 to $26.00 per hour, plus bonuses awarded based on production, which may vary by legal team. Compensation is determined using local, national, and industry-specific data and is based on location. Compensation is adjusted based on the selected candidate's years of experience, education, and skills.

GLP Attorneys offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including medical, dental, vision, and Rx insurance, life insurance, an employee assistance program, and a 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary safe harbor and profit-sharing features. The firm sponsors 100% of the employee premium for those enrolled in the preferred medical plan and contributes toward dependent coverage. Additional benefits include paid vacation, paid sick/safe time, paid holidays, a floating birthday and flexible holiday, firm-sponsored bonus days, paid parental leave, anniversary bonuses, continued education and tuition reimbursement, public transportation and parking subsidies, wellness programming, and opportunities to participate in firm committees and community involvement initiatives.