Billing Manager
Akerman LLP · Fort Lauderdale, FL · 2 wk ago
AccountingFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee daily billing operations, including invoice generation, review, and submission.
- Supervise, coach, and support billing staff to ensure consistent quality and performance.
- Collaborate with attorneys and practice teams to resolve billing issues, adjustments, and client requirements.
- Ensure compliance with Outside Counsel Guidelines, engagement letter terms, and firm policies.
- Oversee electronic billing (e-billing) processes and ensure timely submission and resolution of rejections.
- Monitor billing cycles, workflow, and deadlines to ensure timely invoicing.
- Partner with Client Accounts, Accounts Payable and Conflicts / New Business Intake support collections.
- Review and approve write-offs, billing adjustments, and exception requests, as authorized.
- Develop and implement billing process improvements and best practices.
- Prepare and analyze billing reports, metrics, and trends for management and leadership.
- Support system enhancements, testing, and training related to billing platforms.
- Maintain confidentiality of client, attorney, and firm financial information.
Essential Functions
- Ability to perform sustained computer-based work, including billing review, analysis, and reporting.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet time-sensitive deadlines.
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with attorneys, staff, and leadership.
- Ability to analyze financial data and exercise sound judgment.
- Ability to supervise and support staff performance and development.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with financial and data security requirements.
- Ability to work on-site in the office as required by business and operational needs.
- Ability to work on a hybrid basis when approved, consistent with firm policy and business requirements.
Requirements and Qualifications
- 5+ years of work experience in a legal billing environment; large law firm experience preferred.
- Experience working with Elite 3E, Enterprise, eBilling Hub, Paperless Proforma, IntApp Time or similar software.
- Demonstrated managerial/leadership skills.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
- Team player with the ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
- Strong work ethic, integrity, and commitment to meet deadlines.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or 5+ years relevant work experience.
Benefits
We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package.