Client Accounting (Billing) Coordinator

Skadden Arps Slate Meagher and Flom LLP; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Year-end discretionary bonuses

Comprehensive health care

401(k)

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP in Boston is seeking a Client Accounting Coordinator to join our hybrid office. You will provide client accounting analysis and billing support to partners, coordinating activity across practice areas to ensure adherence to service guidelines.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least one year of legal billing experience, with proficiency in Aderant, Outlook, Excel and Word.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of one year of legal billing work experience with some account analysis functions.
• Knowledge of Firm software programs (Aderant, Outlook, Excel, Word) and ability to learn new software.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Handles complex billing and client analysis projects.
• Reviews outstanding balance reports and identifies trouble spots.
• Maintains knowledge of client terms and billing preferences.
• Prepares bills and related forms for monthly processing.
• Supports billing and collection activities and helps respond to client inquiries.
• Documents meetings with partners for follow-up.
• Maintains billing logs and response tracking.
• Travels as needed to meet operational needs.
• Supports Firm operations and policies.

Skills

Independent work

Professionalism

Analytical skills

Deadline-driven

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Aderant

Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

We invite you to review our current business services professionals openings to learn about the opportunities available across the firm.

About Us

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. Relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients' legal issues. We are known for handling the most complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the strong partnerships we build with clients and each other. Our attorneys, who reflect a broad range of experiences and perspectives, work together seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world's major financial centers.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Client Accounting Coordinator to join our Firm. This hybrid position will be based in our Boston Office. The Client Accounting Coordinator provides client accounting analysis and billing support to partners. This role coordinates client accounting activity for assigned partners and practice areas to ensure all work meets established service guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Handles complex billing and client analysis projects.
• Reviews outstanding balance reports and is proactive about identifying trouble spots.
• Maintains a thorough knowledge and database of client terms, special billing arrangements, and attorney and client preferences.
• Understands and responds to inquiries and requests from clients, attorneys, and business services professionals, providing relevant knowledge, guidance, and support.
• Develops strong working relationships both internally and externally.
• Prepares bills and internal forms, including the appropriate backup required to process monthly reminder memos, A/R write-offs, retainer and on-account applications, and related transactions.
• Handles assigned partner(s)' billing and collection activities.
• Participates in answering and supporting the Firm's billing and collection help line.
• Documents meetings and discussions with partners for follow-up and action items.
• Actively seeks to enhance knowledge of all Client Accounting procedures and processes.
• Maintains complete and up-to-date files for each partner and/or client.
• Updates and maintains billing logs, reminder memos, and response tracking.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to build productive working relationships.
• Maintains a regular and reliable on-site presence to meet with partners and team members.
• Manages Firm resources responsibly.
• Understands and complies with Firm operations, policies, and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently while continuously developing skills.
• Demonstrates professionalism and courtesy in interactions with others.
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of relevant Firm software programs (e.g., Aderant, Outlook, Excel, and Word), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities.
• Ability to handle sensitive matters while maintaining confidentiality.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to thrive in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to travel.
• Flexibility to adjust work hours as needed to meet operational and business requirements.

Education and Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of one year of legal billing work experience with some account analysis related functions

Culture & Life at Skadden

What makes Skadden special is our people and the culture, community and spirit of collaboration we have created. We believe in teamwork and inspiring each other to be our best in an atmosphere that promotes professionalism and excellence in all that we do. We know that inclusion and drawing on the strength of a wide spectrum of talent only make us better and is vital to the firm's success. Our goal is for everyone at the firm to enjoy a challenging career with opportunities for development and growth and to support the well-being of our attorneys and business services professionals.

Benefits

The overall well-being of our team is important to us. We offer generous benefits to help you achieve wellness in all areas of your life.

• Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses.
• Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid leave options, including parental.
• In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.
• Robust well-being classes and programs.
• Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.

For further details, please visit: https://www.skadden.com/careers/staff/employee-benefits

The starting base salary for this position is expected to be within the range listed under Salary Details. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other-job related factors, consistent with applicable law.

Salary Details

$85,000 - $95,000

EEO Statement

Skadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual and reproductive health decisions, disability, any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, or stalking.

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