Billing Development Lead

Sidley Austin LLP (IL LLP); Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 148,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

Sidley Austin LLP is seeking a Billing Development Lead to drive firmwide billing initiatives, partner with Accounting, Billing and IT, and lead projects from planning through implementation. You will analyze processes, design improvements, and support adoption of billing technology across the Firm.

The role requires a minimum of 7 years in billing or finance operations, advanced Excel skills, and experience with 3E or similar systems. This is a hybrid opportunity in Illinois.

Qualifications

• Required: Associate's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years in billing, financial operations, or related area.
• Experience evaluating processes and leading improvements.
• Experience with billing technology implementations.
• Advanced Excel; Word and PowerPoint proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead billing development projects and workstreams from planning through implementation.
• Evaluate billing processes, perform root cause analysis, implement improvements.
• Serve as subject matter resource on billing technology and processes.
• Collaborate to develop billing procedures, training, and tools.
• Support system implementations, testing, issues, and deployment.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to address questions and issues.
• Develop onboarding and training for Billing personnel; support global training.
• Maintain Billing Knowledge Base and process documentation.
• Coordinate with IT on billing tech issues and action items.
• Perform due diligence and ad hoc analysis to support initiatives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Project management

Communication skills

Discretion / confidentiality

Education

Associate's degree in Business / Accounting / Finance

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

3E

Job description

The Billing Development Lead supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Firmwide billing processes, technology solutions, and related initiatives. Working closely with the Billing Development Senior Manager and stakeholders across Accounting, Billing, IT, and other areas of the Firm, the Lead manages assigned projects and workstreams, evaluates processes and systems, develops solutions and process improvements, and supports successful implementation and adoption. The position serves as an emerging subject matter expert on billing processes and technology and applies a broad understanding of the revenue cycle to promote consistent practices, effective training, and operational improvements across the Billing function.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead assigned billing development projects and workstreams from planning through implementation, coordinating stakeholders, deliverables, documentation, timelines, and follow-up activities.
• Evaluate billing processes and systems, conduct root cause analysis, and recommend and implement improvements that enhance efficiency, consistency, and effectiveness.
• Serve as a subject matter resource on billing technology solutions, processes, and procedures, providing guidance and support to Billing personnel.
• Partner with Firmwide Accounting and Billing management to develop and implement billing procedures, training materials, and tools that support consistent practices across offices.
• Support billing system implementations, conversions, and upgrades by documenting business requirements, coordinating testing, identifying issues, and supporting deployment and post-implementation activities.
• Collaborate with billing partners, Billing personnel, IT, other Firm departments, and clients, as appropriate, to address questions, resolve implementation issues, and support billing initiatives.
• Develop and deliver onboarding and training for Billing personnel and contribute to the ongoing development of the global Billing training program, including travel to U.S. offices as needed.
• Maintain the Billing Knowledge Base and related process documentation to ensure information remains accurate, current, and accessible to the Billing team.
• Coordinate with Sidley IT and other internal teams on billing technology issues and action items, tracking progress and facilitating timely resolution.
• Perform due diligence and ad hoc analysis to support billing initiatives, process improvements, and informed decision-making.

Education and/or Experience

• Required: Associate's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience.
• A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in billing, financial operations, financial analysis, operational analysis, or a related area.
• Experience evaluating business processes, conducting root cause analysis, and developing or implementing process improvements.
• Experience supporting or leading projects involving business processes, systems, or technology implementations.
• Experience with 3E or comparable legal billing or financial management technology.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders across functions and organizational levels.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience working in a law firm or other professional services environment.
• Experience developing and delivering training or onboarding related to billing processes or technology.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good judgment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

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The target salary range for this role is: $148,200 to $211,150 if located in Illinois. Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate.

Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements. The requirements listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Sidley is an elite global law firm with a known reputation of deploying innovative strategies to achieve powerful results. Business professionals are essential to the firm’s ability to deliver the highest quality legal services to our clients. We are always looking for talented, motivated individuals who thrive in a performance-driven culture to join our team. We encourage you to explore current openings and check back for future opportunities that align with your skills, experience, and career goals.

Sidley employs approximately 2,300 lawyers working with our clients in complex transactional, restructuring, crisis management, investigation, regulatory, and litigation matters. Our 160 years of perspective and reach are truly global, supported by 21 offices strategically situated in key commercial, regulatory, and financial centers across the world. Our lawyers and business professionals, fluent in more than 75 languages, possess the cultural awareness and cross-border legal acumen needed to bring clarity to a dynamic business landscape.