Billing Coordinator - NYC, Westchester or Parsippany, NJ

Key responsibilities

• Review and enter changes to bims in accounting program to ensure invoices are rendered according to client requirements.
• Prepare electronic invoices using LEDES files, supporting documentation and ensure successful submissions via designated electronic billing systems.
• Maintain billing information and special instructions in accounting database.
• Create new matters in electronic billing systems.
• Monitor and submit case budgets in electronic billing systems.
• Monitor and submit timekeeper billing rates and staffing plans in electronic billing systems.
• Respond to various billing/appeal/deductions related inquiries.
• Retrive invoice, deduction, and appeal backup from various electronic billing systems.
• Provide attorneys with detailed analysis of deductions.
• Monitor appeal due dates, follow up for responses and submit appeals timely.
• Assisting with reporting and special projects as needed.

Key requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of previous experience in legal billing.
• Familiarity and working knowledge of UTBMS codes and LEDES1998B format.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and as part of a team environment.
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of LMS, LMSV/SurePoint time and billing system and e-billing platforms.
• Advanced Excel, MS Word and Outlook skills.

Pay

Salary Range: $60,000 – $80,000 annually (hourly rate: $32.97 - $43.96; 35-hour work week).

The salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include, but are not limited to, years of experience within the job, years of experience within the required industry, education, etc.

Benefits

The candidate may have the option to work in the New York City, Westchester or Parsippany, New Jersey office.