Legal Billing Specialist

LHH US; Kentucky; On-site; USD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH US in Kentucky seeks a detail-oriented Legal Billing Specialist to manage the full billing cycle and ensure accurate invoicing in a fast-paced professional services environment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of law firm billing experience, proficiency with legal billing software (Elite/Aderant/SurePoint) and Excel, and a strong attention to detail to support collections and cash flow.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of billing experience within a law firm or professional services.
• Proficiency with legal billing software and Excel.
• Experience with LEDES formats and electronic billing.
• Strong attention to detail with financial data.
• Effective communication with attorneys, staff, and clients.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full billing cycle including preparation, review, and finalization of client invoices.
• Review attorney time entries and expense reports for accuracy and compliance with billing guidelines.
• Generate prebills and revise based on attorney feedback prior to final invoice distribution.
• Ensure invoices align with client fee agreements, rate structures, and firm policies.
• Process electronic billing submissions and resolve invoice rejections as needed.
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies, inquiries, and disputes in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate billing records, including client accounts and supporting documentation.
• Monitor accounts receivable and support collections and cash flow management.
• Prepare billing reports and provide insight on billing activity, aging, and outstanding balances.
• Collaborate with attorneys, legal staff, and clients to ensure efficient and accurate billing operations.

Skills

Billing experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Analytical skills

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

Elite

Aderant

SurePoint

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Legal Billing Specialist

A well-established, mid-to-large professional services organization is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Billing Specialist to join its finance team. This role is responsible for managing the full billing cycle, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing, and maintaining compliance with client billing guidelines and internal policies. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a fast-paced environment with high invoice volume and complex billing requirements. This potion is direct hire / permanent placement and will pay between $55K and $68K annually.

Responsibilities

• Managed the full billing cycle for assigned attorneys, including preparation, review, and finalization of client invoices
• Reviewed attorney time entries and expense reports for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with billing guidelines
• Generated and edited prebills, incorporating revisions based on attorney feedback prior to final invoice distribution
• Ensured all invoices aligned with client fee agreements, rate structures, and firm policies
• Processed electronic billing submissions through various e-billing platforms and resolved invoice rejections as needed
• Researched and resolved billing discrepancies, inquiries, and disputes in a timely manner
• Maintained accurate billing records, including client accounts, billing instructions, and supporting documentation
• Monitored accounts receivable and partnered with internal teams to support collections and cash flow management
• Prepared billing reports and provided insight on billing activity, aging, and outstanding balances
• Collaborated with attorneys, legal staff, and clients to ensure efficient and accurate billing operations

Qualifications

• 3+ years of billing experience within a law firm or professional services environment
• Strong knowledge of legal billing processes, including e-billing and client billing guidelines
• Proficiency with legal billing software (e.g., Elite, Aderant, SurePoint, or similar systems) and Microsoft Excel
• Experience with LEDES formats and electronic billing platforms preferred
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail when working with financial data and large volumes of invoices
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with attorneys, staff, and clients
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Solid understanding of accounts receivable processes and billing compliance requirementsAssociate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred

Pay Details: $55,000.00 to $68,000.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.