Senior Billing Coordinator

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global law firm seeks a Senior Legal Billing Coordinator to manage the billing process efficiently. This role offers a flexible hybrid schedule and requires proven experience in legal billing within a fast-paced legal environment. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with billing regulations and support attorneys effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in legal billing, with proven success in a high-volume environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in the legal billing process from time entry review to collection efforts.
• Strong understanding of legal billing ethics and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the complete billing cycle for assigned attorneys and clients.
• Monitor outstanding accounts receivable and address overdue invoices.
• Provide support to attorneys and legal staff with billing-related matters.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting or related field

Tools

Legal Billing Software (e.g., Elite, 3E, Aderant)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Senior Legal Billing Coordinator - NYC - $85-115k

A flexible, hybrid schedule is available with this opportunity — in office 2x per week!

Prior/current law firm/legal billing experience is required!

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Legal Billing Coordinator to join our client’s team, a well-known, global law firm. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of their billing process.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage the complete billing cycle for assigned attorneys and clients, including:
   1. Reviewing and coding time entries for accuracy and adherence to firm guidelines.
   2. Preparing and proofreading invoices, ensuring compliance with client billing agreements and ethical rules.
   3. Submitting invoices electronically and following up on timely approvals and payments.
   4. Researching and resolving billing discrepancies and client inquiries.
2. Monitor and manage outstanding accounts receivable, including:
   1. Identifying and addressing overdue invoices promptly and professionally.
   2. Collaborating with attorneys and clients to resolve collection issues.
   3. Maintaining accurate records and reporting on accounts receivable activity.
3. Provide support and assistance to attorneys and legal staff with billing-related matters.
4. Stay up-to-date on legal billing regulations and best practices.
5. Utilize and maintain proficiency in legal billing software and other relevant technology.
6. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field preferred.
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in legal billing, with proven success in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
3. Demonstrated expertise in all aspects of the legal billing process, from time entry review to collection efforts.
4. MUST have prior/current law firm/legal billing experience.
5. Strong understanding of legal billing ethics and regulations.
6. Experience working with complex billing arrangements and alternative fee structures.
7. Proficiency in legal billing software (e.g., Elite, 3E, Aderant), Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), and other relevant software programs.
8. Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
9. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
10. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with attorneys, clients, and other staff members.

To apply, please send your resume and references to [e-mail].

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.

300 Conshohocken State Road, Suite 750