Billing Coordinator

Position Overview

This position is responsible for coordinating the preparation and processing of client billing for billing attorneys designated by the Senior Billing Manager. It is also responsible for special projects as required.

Responsibilities

• Select and prints proformas per request from attorneys
• Edit and prints draft bills
• Review and approves billing work performed by the billing secretaries to ensure consistency with Firm standards
• Process final bills and sends them to clients; submit bills electronically when required
• Request expense back-up from accounts payable to include with client bills; verifies that the back-up is accurate
• Processes unbilled write-offs
• Monitor client invoice short pays, researches same and makes necessary changes in the system if required
• Monitor and tags alternative fee arrangement matters in the system
• Monitor client electronic billing outstanding invoices
• Submits non-billable transfer approval forms and back-up to Firmwide Billing Manager
• Researches/runs special reports and helps billing attorneys in preparing their clients billing
• Submits employee personal statement revisions to St. Louis for processing
• Completes special projects, reporting and analysis as needed
• Supports and/or backs-up billing secretary, co-workers and Accounting Manager
• Performs other duties as assigned

Essential Job Specifications/Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; working knowledge of accounting databases strongly preferred
• Ability to use a Ten-Key calculator by sight and touch
• Must be responsible, self-motivated, accurate and detail oriented
• Ability to inspire confidence as well as keep confidences
• Ability to work overtime up to four (4) hours per week
• Ability to deal professionally with both internal and external clients on all levels
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing with internal and external clients
• Requires the ability to regularly report to work on the days and times scheduled

Education/Experience/Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum three (3) years prior law firm billing experience or equivalent accounting experience
• Experience with billing software, eBilling software and/or Elite software a plus

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent in the position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills of the employee. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer