Client Arrangements Analyst

Jenner & Block; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and well-being benefits

401k profit sharing

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Chicago is seeking a Revenue Cycle Support professional to assist the Billing and Pricing teams. This role demands billing and e-billing expertise and involves implementing client agreements, communicating fee arrangements, and conducting audits. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, be proficient in Microsoft Excel, and have prior experience in a law firm or financial services. The position requires in-office presence at least four days a week, with an anticipated pay range of $70,000 to $100,000 based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent work experience.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel required.
• Prior law firm or financial services industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure successful implementation of client agreements.
• Communicate client fee arrangements to firm personnel.
• Perform billing and e-billing set‑ups.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Database management

Data presentation software

Attention to detail

Oral communication skills

Written communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Jenner & Block LLP is a law firm with a fearless reputation and global reach, high-level problem solvers in litigation, government controversies, investigations, regulatory challenges, and complex corporate transactions. With offices in Century City, Chicago, London, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, and Washington, DC, the firm represents a wide range of clients, counseling Fortune 100 companies, large privately held corporations, major nonprofits, top universities, private equity investors, and Native American tribes. Consistently recognized as a firm that stands up for its values with its commitment to justice and community service, Jenner has been named the No. 1 pro bono firm 13 times in the United States by The American Lawyer.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Client Arrangements Manager, you will join a collaborative and dedicated team of finance professionals in an important firmwide initiative to drive the administration of the revenue cycle to best practice processes. This role is responsible for supporting the Billing and Pricing teams by reviewing and implementing our client fee arrangements. This position requires billing and e-billing expertise. This is an exempt position and located in our Chicago office. The standard work hours are 8:45-5:15 PM, Monday – Friday, with additional hours as needed. In-office coverage and collaboration is required, at least four days a week.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure successful implementation of client agreements, client guidelines, and finance SOPs.
• Communicate client fee arrangements and billing requirements to appropriate firm personnel.
• Understand and completely support situations requiring prompt and careful support, which may extend beyond normal business hours.
• Fully own client budgeting and accrual submission processes, including internal communications and audits.
• Perform billing and e-billing set‑ups, including monthly timekeeper maintenance.
• Drive process improvement and transformation efforts within the Finance function.
• Conduct frequent audits of billing and client arrangement details to ensure accuracy.
• Ensure written documentation of all client processes associated with managing client requirements compliance is up-to-date and organized in an audit‑ready state.
• Respond to requests for information, clarification, and special analyses from Billing and Pricing.
• Assist with the maintenance of the pricing repositories and databases.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of work product.
• Contribute to the development of tools, processes, and procedures to maximize efficiency.

DESIRED SKILLSAND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent work experience.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.
• Experience with SharePoint, database management, and data presentation software(s).
• Prior law firm or financial services industry experience.
• Must be well organized with strong attention to detail and good business judgment, capable of handling sensitive information with appropriate discretion.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, demonstrating an ability to explain complex concepts to professionals of different backgrounds with confidence.
• Ability to work independently and maintain flexibility with respect to assigned tasks due to changing deadlines and deliverables in a fast‑paced environment.
• Maintain positive, collaborative, and professional attitude within pricing team as well as with other departments and lawyers.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the primary duties and responsibilities for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all tasks or responsibilities that may be assigned. The role may include additional duties, specialized projects, and other tasks as required. The firm reserves the right to modify or adjust the responsibilities to meet business needs.

Additional Duties

Physical Requirements

Candidates must be able to meet the physical demands of the position, including the ability to commute to the office as required on designated in-office days based on the position. The firm is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for qualified individuals with disabilities.

EEO Statement

Jenner & Block LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment and employment decisions are not made on the basis of an individual’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, arrest record, matriculation, personal appearance, political affiliation, marital, parental, veteran, military, or order of protection status, or any other protected status or that of their relatives, friends, or associates.

Jenner & Block is proud to offer a competitive total rewards package, including comprehensive health & well‑being benefits and 401k profit sharing. The anticipated pay range for this role is $70,000 to $100,000 in Chicago. The actual offered rate for this position will be determined based on several factors, including qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity.