Billing Analyst

Orrick Herrington & Suttcliffe; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Orrick is a leading global law firm with West Coast offices, and this Billing Analyst role supports dynamic, team‑oriented billing operations. The position could be based in any West Coast office and involves creating billing schedules and managing a portfolio of matters.

Ideal candidates have college accounting coursework or a degree, 1–3+ years of law‑firm billing experience, and proficiency with CMS, Elite, and Javelin or equivalent software, plus MS Office.

Qualifications

• College level accounting classes or Accounting Degree, or equivalent work experience.
• 1-3 or more years hands‑on billing experience in a law firm.
• CMS, Elite, Javelan (or equivalent accounting software) experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office.
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize.
• Ability to organize work flow and use time efficiently; strong attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic, changing work environment and priorities.
• Flexibility to work varied hours; possibly weekends or evenings.

Responsibilities

• Create billing schedules and various other billing analyses as required.
• Maintain a portfolio of billing attorneys.
• Review and edit pre-bills in response to attorney and secretary requests.
• Process write-offs following Firm policy.
• Handle a high volume of complex bills with multiple discounts and split-party billing.
• Interact with attorneys, secretaries, and clients to communicate billing information.
• Review and verify accuracy of billing and supporting documentation.
• Research and respond to inquiries regarding billing issues.
• Collaborate with applications team to create and implement new billing formats.
• Create and distribute monthly reports.
• Adhere to Firm billing policies.
• Use CMS, Elite, Javelan, Excel, and Word to perform duties.
• Maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

multitasking

attention to detail

prioritization

communication

confidentiality

Education

Accounting coursework/degree

Tools

CMS

Elite

Javelin

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Are you looking to work in a dynamic team-oriented work environment? Are you a self-starter with a high level of initiative and drive? This may be the job for you!

Orrick currently has an excellent opportunity for a Billing Analyst. This position could be based in any of our West Coast offices.

Responsibilities

• Create billing schedules and various other billing analyses as required
• Maintain a portfolio of billing attorneys.
• Review and edit pre-bills in response to attorney and secretary requests.
• Process write-offs following Firm policy.
• Ability to handle a high volume of complex bills in a timely manner (i.e., multiple discounts by matter, split-party billing, preparation of electronic bills).
• 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.
• Work with applications team to create and implement new billing formats.
• Create and distribute monthly reports.
• Adhere to Firm billing policies.
• Utilize computerized accounting and payables software programs (CMS, Excel, Word) to perform duties and responsibilities.
• Ensure strict confidentiality at all times.
• Assist with special projects, other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• College level accounting classes or Accounting Degree, or equivalent work experience
• 1-3 or more years hands‑on billing experience in a law firm
• CMS, Elite, Javelan (or equivalent accounting software) experience
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize
• Ability to organize work flow and use time efficientlyAbility to show strong attention to detail
• Ability to perform at high levels in a dynamic 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 evenings

Who is Orrick?

Orrick is a global law firm focused on delivering innovative solutions for four sectors: Technology & Innovation, Energy & Infrastructure, Finance and Life Sciences & HealthTech. Founded more than 150 years ago in San Francisco, Orrick today has offices in 25+ markets. We are recognized globally for delivering the highest‑quality legal advice and for our culture of innovation and collaboration.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position:

• Silicon Valley and San Francisco $70,000 - $85,000
• Los Angeles, Orange County, Santa Monica, Sacramento, and Seattle $66,000 - $81,000
• Portland $63,000 - $78,000

Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on the Orrick's estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job‑related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance.

We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life; robust mental well‑being programs; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short- and long‑term disability and industry leading parental leave benefits, health savings account contributions (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, and a 401K program. This role will receive compensated time off through our Paid Time Off program and paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

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