Billing Coordinator

Venable LLP•Baltimore, MD

1d•$75,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Venable, we know that every new hire brings valuable experience, new perspectives, and a chance to raise the bar on our approach to how we work. That’s why we’re looking for a Billing Coordinator to coordinate the billing process for all assigned billing attorneys including preparation of client bills to effectively and efficiently meet the needs of the legal staff and firm clients.

Requirements

Minimum of two years previous accounting experience required, including e-billing experience
Thorough understanding of bill processing and electronic billing processes, including the creation of LEDES files and using third party e-billing submission systems
Working knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook
Ability to review, interpret and implement client billing guidelines
Intermediate mathematical skills; strong customer service and communication skills
Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization as well as client contacts
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 2 years previous accounting experience required, including e billing experience
Working knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook required
Thorough understanding of bill processing including policies and procedures associated with same
Thorough understanding of electronic billing processes, including the creation of LEDES files and using third party e-billing submission systems.
Ability to review, interpret and implement client billing guidelines
Intermediate mathematical skills
Data entry skills
Ability to communicate in both verbal and written form, including ability to respond to billing inquiries via e-mail, in-person or over the telephone
Meticulous attention to detail
Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization as well as client contacts

Nice To Haves

Legal billing experience with Aderant or Elite a plus

Responsibilities

Reviewing bill requests, identifying matters with escrow and/or unapplied cash balances; identifying inconsistencies or errors on bill requests and working through to resolution
Performing regular and consistent follow up with assigned billing attorneys to ensure bills are received in Accounting and processed in accordance with monthly billing deadlines
Processing all draft bill edits including transfers of fee and/or disbursement entries to correct client/matter(s) as submitted on bill request
Communicating directly with clients as needed to assist in answering questions, providing data, and or maximizing billing efficiency
Processing monthly e-billing for assigned matters
Providing ad-hoc reporting and account analysis on matters of responsibility