Billing Specialist
Growing professional services company looking to hire a Billing Specialist out of their Baltimore office. Hybrid schedule with 3 days on-site.
General Purpose of this Position: Responsible for the monthly preparation of draft bills and
mailing of invoices. Processes changes in accounting system to support accurate and efficient
billing process and financial close.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Compiles and bills attorney hours to clients every month
Reviews and edits draft bills in response to attorney requests
Apply retainer funds as directed by attorney
Process write-offs and hold requests following Firm policy
Ability to execute complex bills in a timely manner (i.e., multiple discounts by matter,
split-party billing)
Ability to prepare and send bills via electronic billing systems
Ability to handle a high volume of bills per month
Ability to effectively interact and communicate with attorneys, professional assistants,
and clients
Review and verify accuracy of billing and supporting documentation as required
Research and respond to inquiries regarding billing issues and problems
Create new billing formats as needed
Creates and prints final client billing
Creates and distributes monthly reports
Is familiar with and applies Firm billing policies
May assist in preparing supporting documentation for legal inquiries, litigation and court
appearances
Ensures strict confidentiality at all times
Assists with special projects as needed
Flexibility to adapt to all situations, work varied hours and be flexible for vacation
scheduling during prime billing days including month-end and year-end close
Required Skills and Abilities:
Proficiency in accounting procedures
Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office
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 and follow
up on own initiative
Must communicate effectively in oral and written form
Work well in a team environment
Required Technical and Computer Software Skills:
Utilizes computerized accounting and payables software programs (Excel, Word, LMS)
to perform duties and responsibilities.
Experience in eBilling
Required Education and Experience:
High school diploma, College preferred