Legal Staff Accounting/Finance in New York City, NY

Law Firm

New York City, NY

Legal Staff Accounting/Finance in New York City, NY

Legal Staff

Min 5 yrs required

No

Lead Billing Specialist - Transactions
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Remote Position - Hybrid Work Model
Locations: Los Angeles, Silicon Valley, New York, San Francisco, Boston
Full Time Position - Posted Today
Job Requisition ID: R-100494

Join the team at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***., a leading global law firm with over 1,400 lawyers and 1,200 business professionals. We prioritize excellence, collaboration, and community, and have been recognized as a top workplace by multiple publications.

Why Work at McDermott?

A Culture of Inclusivity: We value authenticity and encourage our employees to be themselves.

Embracing Diversity: We believe that diverse perspectives make us stronger and welcome unique viewpoints and ideas.

Support for Your Well-being: We prioritize wellness and offer benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance.

Real Rewards for Hard Work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize and reward excellence.

Job Description:

As the Lead Billing Specialist, you will oversee the billing cycle for assigned attorneys and manage cross-practice group initiatives and projects. You will prepare and present billing reports, ensure timely bill posting, and work independently to achieve objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead billing compliance initiatives and ensure alignment across practice groups

Manage cross-practice group projects and maintain workflow efficiency

Process edits to prebills and ensure adherence to departmental and firm standards

Conduct thorough reviews of prebills to identify and rectify errors; ensure compliance with client guidelines

Verify and apply client-specific rate accommodations

Generate bills, reprint corrected pre-bills, and compose cover letters as needed

Communicate with billing attorneys to track deadlines and provide updates

Post bills with attorney approval and within deadlines

Collaborate with e-billing team for accurate electronic submission and approval of client bills

Monitor client accounts for delinquent payments and take appropriate action

Conduct research and reconciliation of client accounts and payments

Address complex billing issues and escalate as needed for resolution

Build strong relationships with clients to enhance billing efficiency

Recommend and implement process enhancements for efficiency and accuracy

Assist Client Accounting Manager with reporting and other projects as needed

Job Specifications:



5+ years of relevant experience

Knowledge of basic accounting principles

Advanced knowledge of billing processes and procedures

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Organizational skills and attention to detail

Customer service skills

Analytical skills

Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities

Ability to work independently and take initiative

Successful candidates will receive outstanding career opportunities and a competitive total rewards package, including performance-based bonuses.

Salary Range: $90,000 - $138,000 (based on location and qualifications)

Please note that salary ranges are not guaranteed and may vary based on job-related factors. Base pay is only one part of the total rewards package we offer, which includes a discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits for full time employees.

As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we welcome qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

At McDermott, we strive to create a culture where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. From our competitive compensation and top benefits to our award-winning professional development programs and wellness initiatives, we support our employees at every stage of their lives and careers. Join us and live a life you love.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

Sitting, using hands, reaching, stooping, talking, and hearing

Occasional lifting up to 20 pounds

Work Environment:

Typical indoor office environment

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this role.