Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1400 attorneys in 46 offices throughout the United States. They are seeking a Billing Coordinator to support all billing operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with firm policies while communicating effectively with clients and staff.
Responsibilities
- Supporting all billing operations of the firm
- Utilization of accounting and payables software programs to perform duties and responsibilities
- Ensuring that all tasks and duties completed are done within the firm’s set guidelines and policies
- Accurately and timely completing assignments
- Communicating with claims examiners and clients regarding billing inquiries
- Researching and responding to inquiries from attorneys and support staff
- Displaying a positive, high-energy attitude within our team environment
- Reviewing and editing pre-bills in response to attorney and support staff requests
- Executing complex bills (i.e., multiple discounts, split-party billing, preparation of electronic bills)
- Creating, printing and verifying the accuracy of invoices prepared for clients
- Reviewing and verifying the accuracy of supporting documentation as required
- Assisting with obtaining information required for e-billing and liaising with e-billing coordinators
- Reviewing and analyzing rejected invoices and assisting with their resolution
- Recording and tracking of retainer funds as directed by attorney
- Processing write-offs per Firm policy
- Assistance with the creation and distribution of daily, weekly, monthly reports
- Assisting with year-end closing and reporting as required
- Assisting with special projects on various issues as needed
Skills
- Aderant experience required
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and productivity skills
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to work flexible hours to meet deadlines
- Ability to function well in a high-paced environment with shifting priorities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Knowledge of bookkeeping procedures (posting, balancing, debits/credits and journal entries)
- Proficiency in basic accounting principles and the ability to perform mathematical functions
- College graduate with internship/work experience
- Knowledge of iManage document management software a plus, but not mandatory
- Knowledge of e-billing middleware sites is a plus, but not mandatory
- Knowledge of AS400 system is a plus, but not mandatory
Benefits
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Disability
- Life insurance
- 401k match
- Generous PTO plan
- Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
Company Overview
- Wilson Elser is the preeminent defense litigation firm in the United States. It was founded in 1978, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.wilsonelser.com.