Billing Specialist

Company: Robert Half
Location: Encinitas
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

Ref ID: 00757500Classification: Billing ClerkCompensation: $70000.00 to $87000.00 yearlyOur client; a busy law firm is looking for a Legal Billing Specialist who loves digging into detailed work compiling, managing, and executing attorney billing. May also perform a variety of other accounting and bookkeeping duties according to established policies and procedures. Maintains contact with attorneys, staff, vendors and clients and observes confidentiality of client and firm matters. Experience in accounts receivable and consistent follow up is a plus! Job seekers should have at least 4 years of billing experience with the billing process, be meticulous and organized, and thrive in a fast-paced work environment. This Legal Billing Specialist role is based in Coastal North County San Diego, California with a company in the Legal sector.As a Legal Billing Specialist, your job will entail:

• Compiles and bills attorney hours to clients every month.
• Reviews and edits pre-bills in response to attorney and secretary requests.
• Apply retainer funds as directed by attorney.
• Process write-offs following Firm policy.
• Ability to execute complex bills in a timely manner (i.e., multiple discounts by matter, split-party billing, preparation of electronic bills).
• Ability to handle a high volume of bills per month.
• Ability to effectively interact and communicate with attorneys, secretaries, and clients.
• Review and verify accuracy of billing and supporting documentation as required.
• Research and respond to inquiries regarding billing issues and problems.
• Create billing schedules and various other billing analyses as required including reviewing and adjusting client budgets
• Creates and prints final client billing.
• Creates and distributes monthly reports including receivables aging
• Utilizes computerized accounting and payables software programs (CMS, Excel, Word) to perform duties and responsibilities.
• May assist in preparing documentation and responses for legal inquiries litigation, appeals, and court appearances.
• Ensures strict confidentiality at all times.
• Assists with special projects as needed.Job Requirements:Requirements for the Legal Billing Specialist include, but are not limited to:
  • Accounting Degree is a plus
  • 4-6 or more years hands-on billing experience in a law firm
  • CMS, Elite, Javelan, or ProLaw experience
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize
  • Ability to organize work flow and use time efficiently
  • Ability to show strong attention to detail
  • Ability to perform at high levels in a fast paced ever-changing work environment and successfully adapt to changing priorities and work demands
  • Ability to anticipate work needs and follow through with minimum direction, follow up on own initiative
  • Flexibility to adapt to all situations and work varied hours; possibly work weekends or eveningsRobert Half Finance & Accounting matches skilled professionals with remote or on-site jobs in accounting, bookkeeping, finance, audit, taxation and more on a full-time basis. Our experienced staffing professionals can promote you to employers and advocate on your behalf. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. For more opportunities, get the Robert Half app and receive instant notifications when our AI matches your skills and experience with jobs. When you work with us, you're working with the best. Robert Half has been recognized as one of FORTUNE's "Most Admired Companies" every year since 1998 and was No. 1 on Forbes' annual ranking of America's Best Professional Recruiting Firms. Questions? Call your local office at 1.. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. -- 2020 Robert Half Finance & Accounting. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ( ).

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