Billing Specialist (hybrid)

MERCHANT & GOULD PC • Minneapolis, MN

8d • $55,000 - $70,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Join the accounting department of a fast-paced downtown Minneapolis law firm. Merchant & Gould P.C. has an opportunity for an individual who enjoys working in a professional, team environment. The responsibilities of the Billing Specialist include generating client invoices per the firm's billing process, related support procedures & back-up administration of the trust account.

This position may be filled in any of our office locations. Salary range is based on years of experience and geographical location, ranging $55,000 - $70,000.

In order to perform one (1) or more essential functions of this role, a minimum of three (3) days in the office is required.
Summary of Position:
Under general supervision and according to established policies & procedures, primary responsibilities include generating client invoices per the firm's billing process, related support procedures & back-up administration of the trust account. Observes confidentiality of client and law office matters.

Requirements

• Accounting or Billing experience (preferred).
• Ability to operate 10-key by touch
• Minimum typing of 45 wpm
• Microsoft Word for Windows, Excel and other computer software background
• Good math aptitude
• Data entry experience
• Ability to read and write at a level normally acquired through the completion of high school or equivalent in order to complete forms.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload and complete work under time constraints.
• Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate and follow instructions effectively from a diverse group of clients, attorneys, and staff and to provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact.
• Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate by phone and to provide information with ordinary and courtesy and tact.
• Regular attendance at work.

Nice To Haves

• Accounting or Billing experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Rotational responsibility/assistance with bi-monthly time cutoff, generating proformas and client invoices
• Responsible for assigned client exceptions & E-Billed clients
• Assist with special billing reports as requested by clients and firm personnel
• Assist with deposit and disbursement administration of client retainer/trust accounting
• Assist firm employees and clients with billing related problems and questions
• Cash receipt application and check deposits knowledge for back-up
• Miscellaneous accounting and billing tasks as required by Accounting Manager
• Familiar with all billing-related computer software, E-Billing software needed, Firm policies and procedures
• Operates standard office equipment including personal computer, copiers, scanners, telephone, and ten-key.

Benefits

• a competitive salary
• a comprehensive benefits package that includes employee medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k) match, and ten firm holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees