Billing Assistant

Fried Frank; New York (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Fried Frank in New York seeks a Billing Coordinator to support the administration of unbilled inventory and the preparation of client billings. You will report to the Billing Manager and work with attorneys, management, secretarial staff, and clients to ensure accurate and timely invoicing.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and experience in law firm billing or accounting, with strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate in a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in law firm billing or accounting background preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and processing of transactional monthly and quarterly client billings.
• Assist with generation of pre-billing reports and draft bills to be distributed to partners.
• Assist with the processing of modifications/adjustments to Time/Cost cards.
• Assist with responding to and resolving billing inquiries from attorneys, secretarial staff and management.
• Performs special projects as requested.
• Monitor billing inboxes to support the team.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Billing software

Excel

Word

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

Word

Billing software

Job description

At Fried Frank, we’re a community of 800 lawyers and 500 business services professionals across New York, Washington, DC, London, Frankfurt, and Brussels. We advise leading corporations, investment funds, and financial institutions on high-stakes M&A, securities, regulatory matters, real estate, and litigation. Our culture is grounded in our core values — excellence, integrity and collaboration — and is designed to foster continuous learning, meaningful mentorship, and lasting professional growth. We are firmly committed to pro bono service and social justice, building on a proud legacy in civil rights. Our inclusive talent strategy is a core part of our broader talent management efforts and we remain steadfast in fostering a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to grow, thrive, and become their best professional and personal selves. Our business services professionals are integral to the firm’s success, driving innovation, operational excellence and exceptional client service across all areas of the firm. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including comprehensive medical coverage, retirement plans and health and wellness initiatives designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing. We welcome passionate, driven individuals to join us, and be part of a team where you’ll be supported, inspired and empowered to build an exceptional career.

Position Summary

Assist Billing Coordinators with the administration of unbilled inventory and the preparation of client billings, including manual billings and electronic filings. Reports to Billing Manager. Interacts with billing team, attorneys, management team, secretarial staff and clients.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and processing of transactional monthly and quarterly client billings.
• Assists with generation of pre-billing reports and draft bills to be distributed to partners.
• Assist with the processing of modifications/adjustments to Time/Cost cards.
• Assist with responding to and resolving billing inquiries from attorneys, secretarial staff and management team.
• Performs special projects as requested.
• Monitor billing inboxes to support the team.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience: Initial exposure to law firm billing; accounting background preferred.
• Skills & Abilities: Good organizational, written and verbal communication skills. Detail-oriented with ability to meet deadlines. Must have ability to work in a team environment. Knowledge of billing processes and related software applications preferred. Knowledge of Excel and Word. All positions require punctuality and regular attendance.

The actual salary offered will be based on a number of factors including but not limited to the qualifications of the applicant, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

New York Salary Range

$60,000—$60,000 USD