McDermott Will & Schulte
Lead Billing Specialist - Transactions
McDermott Will & Schulte, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Overview
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McDermott Will & Schulte . McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm with more than 1,750 lawyers and 3,200 business professionals. The firm emphasizes excellence, collaboration, and community and has been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault, and others. We are certified by Great Place to Work. With us, you’ll find opportunities to grow, both inside and outside the office. Job Description
The Lead Billing Specialist oversees the entirety of the billing cycle for assigned attorneys and manages cross-practice group initiatives and projects. This position prepares and presents detailed billing reports for attorney review and ensures timely bill posting. The Lead Billing Specialist works independently with minimal supervision, utilizing extensive experience and judgment to effectively plan and achieve objectives. Essential Functions And Responsibilities
Lead billing compliance initiatives and ensure alignment across practice groups Manage cross-practice group projects with competing deadlines and maintain workflow efficiency Process edits to prebills as directed by billing attorneys and ensure adherence to both departmental and Firm turnaround standards Conduct thorough reviews of prebills to identify and rectify misallocated/erroneous time and disbursements; ensure strict compliance with client guidelines Verify and apply client-specific rate accommodations Generate bills, reprint corrected pre-bills, and compose cover letters as needed Proactively communicate with billing attorneys to track billing deadlines and provide status updates on pre-bills and prepared bills Post bills with billing attorney approval and within billing deadlines Collaborate effectively with the e-billing team to ensure accurate electronic submission and approval of client bills Monitor client accounts for delinquent payments, promptly notify billing attorneys and perform directed actions including the preparing and sending reminder statements Conduct detailed research and reconciliation of client accounts, payments, and unapplied cash as required Address and escalate complex billing issues such as rate discrepancies, timekeeper approvals, and billing delays to appropriate teams for swift resolution Cultivate strong professional relationships with clients to enhance billing efficiency and accuracy Recommend and implement enhancements to billing processes to optimize efficiency and accuracy Aid the Client Accounting Manager with reporting and other projects as needed Job Specifications
High School Diploma At least five (5) years of relevant experience Knowledge of basic accounting principles Advanced knowledge of standard billing processes and procedures Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word) Advanced written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational skills Strong customer services skills Advanced analytical skills Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities Ability to work independently and under own direction and initiative Successful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses. Target Hiring Range $90,000 - $138,000. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Full-time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. As part of our ongoing commitment to be #AlwaysBetter for our people, clients and communities, we have created a culture of belonging that champions your individuality as both a person and a professional. From our competitive compensation, top benefits and award-winning professional development programs to industry-leading wellness initiatives, we support you through every stage of your life and career. With McDermott, you can live a life you love both in and outside of the office. Physical Demands And Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries: Law Practice Note: This refined description removes extraneous job postings and boilerplate not directly related to the Lead Billing Specialist role, while preserving responsibilities, qualifications, and legally required statements.
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Lead Billing Specialist - Transactions at
McDermott Will & Schulte . Join to apply for the
Lead Billing Specialist - Transactions
role at
McDermott Will & Schulte . McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm with more than 1,750 lawyers and 3,200 business professionals. The firm emphasizes excellence, collaboration, and community and has been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault, and others. We are certified by Great Place to Work. With us, you’ll find opportunities to grow, both inside and outside the office. Job Description
The Lead Billing Specialist oversees the entirety of the billing cycle for assigned attorneys and manages cross-practice group initiatives and projects. This position prepares and presents detailed billing reports for attorney review and ensures timely bill posting. The Lead Billing Specialist works independently with minimal supervision, utilizing extensive experience and judgment to effectively plan and achieve objectives. Essential Functions And Responsibilities
Lead billing compliance initiatives and ensure alignment across practice groups Manage cross-practice group projects with competing deadlines and maintain workflow efficiency Process edits to prebills as directed by billing attorneys and ensure adherence to both departmental and Firm turnaround standards Conduct thorough reviews of prebills to identify and rectify misallocated/erroneous time and disbursements; ensure strict compliance with client guidelines Verify and apply client-specific rate accommodations Generate bills, reprint corrected pre-bills, and compose cover letters as needed Proactively communicate with billing attorneys to track billing deadlines and provide status updates on pre-bills and prepared bills Post bills with billing attorney approval and within billing deadlines Collaborate effectively with the e-billing team to ensure accurate electronic submission and approval of client bills Monitor client accounts for delinquent payments, promptly notify billing attorneys and perform directed actions including the preparing and sending reminder statements Conduct detailed research and reconciliation of client accounts, payments, and unapplied cash as required Address and escalate complex billing issues such as rate discrepancies, timekeeper approvals, and billing delays to appropriate teams for swift resolution Cultivate strong professional relationships with clients to enhance billing efficiency and accuracy Recommend and implement enhancements to billing processes to optimize efficiency and accuracy Aid the Client Accounting Manager with reporting and other projects as needed Job Specifications
High School Diploma At least five (5) years of relevant experience Knowledge of basic accounting principles Advanced knowledge of standard billing processes and procedures Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word) Advanced written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational skills Strong customer services skills Advanced analytical skills Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities Ability to work independently and under own direction and initiative Successful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses. Target Hiring Range $90,000 - $138,000. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Full-time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. As part of our ongoing commitment to be #AlwaysBetter for our people, clients and communities, we have created a culture of belonging that champions your individuality as both a person and a professional. From our competitive compensation, top benefits and award-winning professional development programs to industry-leading wellness initiatives, we support you through every stage of your life and career. With McDermott, you can live a life you love both in and outside of the office. Physical Demands And Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries: Law Practice Note: This refined description removes extraneous job postings and boilerplate not directly related to the Lead Billing Specialist role, while preserving responsibilities, qualifications, and legally required statements.
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