Legal Billing Specialist
Portland, ME US
Job Description
· Distribute draft billing reports monthly, and as requested, to billing attorneys for review
· Implement edits, transfers of time/costs, and answer inquiries from billing attorneys as indicated on draft billing reports; proactively review, verify, and edit time/cost entries to ensure accuracy of client invoices
· Accurately and efficiently process and finalize invoices in Accounting system, based on client and attorney requirements
· Prepare, process, and troubleshoot submission of client invoices on third party billing platforms
· Update and maintain billing related Client and Matter data in Accounting system
· Respond to internal/external Billing and Accounts Receivable inquiries
· Perform client trust related functions, including wire transfers and cutting checks as authorized by case attorneys
· Other administrative finance duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
· Ideal candidate will have thorough knowledge of Accounting, Billing & Accounts Receivable areas as well as basic knowledge of general office procedures
· Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering financial information
· Exceptional customer service skills; ability to respond to requests from internal/external customers in a prompt, professional manner
· Ability to work in fast-paced, professional environment with ever-changing deadlines & priorities
· Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word); experience with billing/accounting software package a plus
· Ability to maintain confidentiality concerning financial & employee information
· 3-5 years relevant work experience preferred
· Associates and/or Bachelor’s degree preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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