McDermott Will & Schulte
Senior Billing Specialist
McDermott Will & Schulte, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
Overview
Senior Billing Specialist 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 is recognized for excellence, collaboration, and community and has been certified by Great Place to Work. The role leads the full billing cycle for assigned attorneys, prepares and presents complex billing reports, and ensures timely posting of bills. With us, you’ll find a culture that prioritizes belonging and authentic collaboration, with emphasis on work-life balance and comprehensive professional development and wellness programs. Responsibilities
Manage edits and transfers to pre-bills as directed by billing attorneys, adhering to departmental and Firm standards Review prebills to identify and rectify misallocated/erroneous time and disbursements, ensuring client guideline compliance Verify and apply client-specific rate accommodations Generate bills, reprint corrected pre-bills, and compose cover letters as needed Communicate with billing attorneys to track deadlines and provide status updates on pre-bills and prepared bills Post bills with attorney approval within billing deadlines Collaborate with the e-billing team to ensure accurate electronic submission and approval of client bills Monitor client accounts for delinquent payments and notify billing attorneys as directed Conduct detailed research and reconciliation of client accounts, payments, and unapplied cash as required Prepare and send reminder statements as directed by billing attorneys Address and escalate complex billing issues (rate discrepancies, timekeeper approvals, billing delays) to appropriate teams for resolution Cultivate professional relationships with clients to enhance billing efficiency and accuracy Suggest and implement enhancements to billing processes to improve efficiency and accuracy Provide assistance to the Client Accounting Manager with reporting and other projects as needed Qualifications
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, Word) Advanced written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational and customer service skills Advanced analytical skills Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities Ability to work independently and take initiative Job Specifications
Hybrid work arrangement (JL1) Base salary range: $77,000 – $118,000; compensation may vary by location and experience Total rewards include discretionary bonuses and comprehensive benefits Physical Demands And Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. While performing duties, the employee sits, uses hands, reaches with hands and arms, stoops, talks, and hears Occasional lifting up to 20 pounds Typical indoor office environment Employment Type
Full-time Job Function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries: Law Practice We encourage you to apply and join an organization that emphasizes belonging and development. This posting includes standard notices and a summary of the role as described by the employer.
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Senior Billing Specialist 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 is recognized for excellence, collaboration, and community and has been certified by Great Place to Work. The role leads the full billing cycle for assigned attorneys, prepares and presents complex billing reports, and ensures timely posting of bills. With us, you’ll find a culture that prioritizes belonging and authentic collaboration, with emphasis on work-life balance and comprehensive professional development and wellness programs. Responsibilities
Manage edits and transfers to pre-bills as directed by billing attorneys, adhering to departmental and Firm standards Review prebills to identify and rectify misallocated/erroneous time and disbursements, ensuring client guideline compliance Verify and apply client-specific rate accommodations Generate bills, reprint corrected pre-bills, and compose cover letters as needed Communicate with billing attorneys to track deadlines and provide status updates on pre-bills and prepared bills Post bills with attorney approval within billing deadlines Collaborate with the e-billing team to ensure accurate electronic submission and approval of client bills Monitor client accounts for delinquent payments and notify billing attorneys as directed Conduct detailed research and reconciliation of client accounts, payments, and unapplied cash as required Prepare and send reminder statements as directed by billing attorneys Address and escalate complex billing issues (rate discrepancies, timekeeper approvals, billing delays) to appropriate teams for resolution Cultivate professional relationships with clients to enhance billing efficiency and accuracy Suggest and implement enhancements to billing processes to improve efficiency and accuracy Provide assistance to the Client Accounting Manager with reporting and other projects as needed Qualifications
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, Word) Advanced written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational and customer service skills Advanced analytical skills Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities Ability to work independently and take initiative Job Specifications
Hybrid work arrangement (JL1) Base salary range: $77,000 – $118,000; compensation may vary by location and experience Total rewards include discretionary bonuses and comprehensive benefits Physical Demands And Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. While performing duties, the employee sits, uses hands, reaches with hands and arms, stoops, talks, and hears Occasional lifting up to 20 pounds Typical indoor office environment Employment Type
Full-time Job Function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries: Law Practice We encourage you to apply and join an organization that emphasizes belonging and development. This posting includes standard notices and a summary of the role as described by the employer.
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