Billing & Collections Leader - Hybrid, Growth & Impact

Michael Page; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Bonus opportunity

Generous PTO

Family-friendly benefits

Senior leadership exposure

Career development

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a senior Billing and Collections Leader to oversee the firm's billing operations, ensure timely invoicing, and maximize revenue generation. You will partner with attorneys, department heads, and finance teams to resolve disputes and drive process improvements.

The role requires 7+ years in billing within a law firm, 3+ in management, and strong Excel and reporting skills. A strategic mindset and a collaborative leadership style are essential for success in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 7+ years of billing and collections experience within a law firm.
• 3+ management or supervisory experience leading billing, collections, or revenue teams.
• Strong understanding of billing operations, collections processes, revenue management, and accounts receivable best practices.
• Experience working with e-billing platforms and legal or professional services billing systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership abilities with a track record of coaching and developing team members.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with senior stakeholders, partners, attorneys, and finance leadership.
• Results-driven mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the firm's billing and collections functions to ensure accurate and timely invoice generation and revenue collection.
• Develop and implement strategies to maximize revenue generation, improve cash flow, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Manage the end-to-end billing process, ensuring adherence to client agreements, outside counsel guidelines, and internal policies.
• Monitor accounts receivable activity and proactively address billing and collection issues.
• Partner closely with attorneys, department leaders, and finance teams to resolve billing disputes and support revenue objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop billing and collections team members while fostering a collaborative and results-driven environment.
• Establish and track key billing and collections performance metrics, providing reporting and insights to senior leadership.
• Develop and maintain billing policies, procedures, and best practices to drive consistency and compliance.
• Build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders while delivering a high level of service and professionalism.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to increase operational effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Attention to detail

Team building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial reporting tools

e-billing platforms

Job description

Michael Page is seeking a senior Billing and Collections Leader to oversee the firm's billing operations, ensure timely invoicing, and maximize revenue generation. You will partner with attorneys, department heads, and finance teams to resolve disputes and drive process improvements.

The role requires 7+ years in billing within a law firm, 3+ in management, and strong Excel and reporting skills. A strategic mindset and a collaborative leadership style are essential for success in a fast-paced