Job Details
Qualifications
- Communication skills
- Computer skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Organizational skills
- Time management
Job Description
OUR FIRM
Friedman Vartolo LLP is seeking a Legal Billing Coordinator to join its accounting department. The Billing Coordinator ensures the Firm tracks and collects billable fees and costs consistently and correctly. This position supports the day-to-day operations of the firm by ensuring the Firm charges its clients appropriately and collects payments in a timely manner. In this role, you will be invoicing, reviewing case management system activity, and handling general billing inquires.
THE POSITION
This position requires accurate and reliable managing of financial records and processing business transactions. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills are essential. A strong degree of computer knowledge is required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Create invoices for work performed by attorneys and paralegals in accordance with established Firm guidelines and client directives
Thoroughly review case management system to ensure accurate billing of work completed
Prepare invoices for submission to clients by reviewing and attaching necessary supporting documents such as third party receipts, bills, court filings, fee approvals
Communicate with attorneys and paralegals to ensure timely and accurate billing
Assist in resolving billing inquiries and issues
Maintain detailed, accurate and up to date billing records
Review and prioritize unbilled fees and costs based on case activity and client deadlines
Work independently on assigned workload but also be able to collaborate with team members
Assist managers with other billing, A/R and A/P tasks as needed
REQUIREMENTS
Comfortable working with numbers
Proficient with Microsoft Excel and other Office applications
Superior organizational, resourcefulness, multi-tasking and time management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to determine areas of weakness and find creative solutions to improve efficiency
Experience in legal billing or foreclosure default processing a plus