Senior Legal Billing Specialist

Sidley Austin LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Sidley Austin LLP seeks a Senior Billing Specialist to assist attorneys in preparing client bills, ensure timely processing, and advise on billing matters. You will generate proformas, invoices, and reports, collaborating with ebilling, AR, and other finance teams to minimize exposure.

The role requires five+ years of billing experience, advanced MS Office skills, and excellent client service. It offers a hybrid work model in New York with bonus eligibility and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of billing experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint with advanced Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily billing activities in support of Partners and Clients, incl. proforma generation and timecard summaries.
• Ensure timeliness and accuracy of invoices; follow up to resolve issues and obtain approvals.
• Understand and implement client Outside Counsel Guidelines and fee arrangements.
• Process electronic invoices accurately; resolve rejections promptly.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional communication with attorneys, staff, vendors, and clients.

Skills

Billing experience

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Communication skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

3E

ebilling HUB

ebilling vendor sites

Job description

Sidley Austin LLP seeks a Senior Billing Specialist to assist attorneys in preparing client bills, ensure timely processing, and advise on billing matters. You will generate proformas, invoices, and reports, collaborating with ebilling, AR, and other finance teams to minimize exposure.

The role requires five+ years of billing experience, advanced MS Office skills, and excellent client service. It offers a hybrid work model in New York with bonus eligibility and comprehensive benefits.