Billing Specialist (hybrid)

Merchant & Gould P.C.; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Ten firm holidays

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Minneapolis seeks a Billing Specialist to join their accounting department. The role involves generating client invoices, handling exceptions and assisting with trust account administration. Candidates should have experience in billing or accounting, strong interpersonal skills, and proficiency in relevant software. This position requires in-office attendance at least three days a week. Benefits include competitive salary and a comprehensive package including health and wellness options.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years in accounting or billing preferred.
• Must have good interpersonal skills to communicate effectively.
• Regular attendance at work is required.

Responsibilities

• Generate client invoices according to firm's billing process.
• Assist with bi-monthly time cutoff and generate proformas.
• Handle client exceptions and assist with billing reports.
• Manage deposit and disbursement administration.
• Provide support for billing-related queries.

Skills

Accounting or Billing experience

Ability to operate 10-key by touch

Typing speed of 45 wpm

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Good math aptitude

Data entry experience

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

E-Billing software

Job description

Join the accounting department of a fast-paced downtown Minneapolis law firm. Merchant & Gould P.C. has an opportunity for an individual who enjoys working in a professional, team environment. The responsibilities of the Billing Specialist include generating client invoices per the firm's billing process, related support procedures & back-up administration of the trust account.

This position may be filled in any of our office locations.

Salary range is based on years of experience and geographical location, ranging $55,000 - $70,000.

In order to perform one (1) or more essential functions of this role, a minimum of three (3) days in the office is required.

Summary of Position

Under general supervision and according to established policies & procedures, primary responsibilities include generating client invoices per the firm's billing process, related support procedures & back-up administration of the trust account. Observes confidentiality of client and law office matters.

Responsibilities

• Rotational responsibility/assistance with bi-monthly time cutoff, generating proformas and client invoices
• Responsible for assigned client exceptions & E-Billed clients
• Assist with special billing reports as requested by clients and firm personnel
• Assist with deposit and disbursement administration of client retainer/trust accounting
• Assist firm employees and clients with billing related problems and questions
• Cash receipt application and check deposits knowledge for back-up
• Miscellaneous accounting and billing tasks as required by Accounting Manager
• Familiar with all billing-related computer software, E-Billing software needed, Firm policies and procedures
• Operates standard office equipment including personal computer, copiers, scanners, telephone, and ten-key.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Accounting or Billing experience (preferred).
• Ability to operate 10-key by touch
• Minimum typing of 45 wpm
• Microsoft Word for Windows, Excel and other computer software background
• Good math aptitude
• Data entry experience
• Ability to read and write at a level normally acquired through the completion of high school or equivalent in order to complete forms.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload and complete work under time constraints.
• Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate and follow instructions effectively from a diverse group of clients, attorneys, and staff and to provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact.
• Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate by phone and to provide information with ordinary and courtesy and tact.
• Regular attendance at work.

Merchant & Gould is equally committed to providing competitive, affordable health and wellness benefits to help take care of yourself and your family, including a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes employee medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k) match, and ten firm holidays.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We welcome candidates with disabilities. If you need any accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Department at 1-612-332-5300.