Billing Specialist

About the role

The Billing Specialist plays a crucial role in managing client invoices and supporting attorneys, legal practice assistants, and clients. This position requires strong communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Edit prebills to facilitate time and disbursement transfers, time splits, on account transfers, time adjustments, and disbursement adjustments.
• Print, sort, and distribute prebills to billing attorneys for review.
• Create drafts and finalize computerized invoices for attorneys' approval.
• Maintain and update client billing addresses to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Enter exemptions and manage write-offs and monthly exemptions for billing purposes.
• Input and manage alternate rates in the accounting system.
• Provide billing statistics and reports to attorneys and legal staff using Excel spreadsheets.
• Contact attorneys and legal support staff to address billing-related inquiries and resolve issues.
• Communicate with clients and internal departments to ensure billing deadlines are met.
• Participate in monthly check-in meetings with the billing manager to discuss progress and address any issues.
• Respond promptly to client inquiries and provide follow-up as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of law firm billing experience.
• Previous experience with Aderant/CMS systems is preferred.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Positive attitude and ability to interact professionally with clients and colleagues.

Skills

• Customer service skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Microsoft Word and Excel proficiency.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Effective problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Benefits

The firm complies with all applicable workplace mandates regarding Covid-19. Benefits are competitive and depend on several factors including position, location, market, education, training, and experience.

Pay

$50,000.00 - $85,000.00

Schedule

This position offers a flexible schedule, accommodating both remote and in-office work options.