Kirkland & Ellis
Senior Revenue (Billing) Coordinator
About Kirkland & Ellis At Kirkland & Ellis, we don’t just meet the standard for legal excellence — we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of more than 7,000 people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers’ commitment to excellence and help drive global business, investment, and innovation forward.
What You’ll Do Join Kirkland & Ellis as a Senior Revenue Coordinator and help power the financial engine behind one of the world’s leading law firms. In this fast‑paced role, you’ll be the driving force behind our billing and collection processes, providing vital support to our attorneys and clients. You’ll ensure accurate, timely invoicing that keeps our operations running smoothly and play a key role in optimizing cash flow and supporting the overall financial health of the firm.
Own the Revenue Process:
Oversee and administer all aspects of attorney revenue responsibilities, ensuring invoices are generated, reviewed, and sent promptly. Handle follow‑ups to ensure timely payment and maintain strong client relationships.
Strategic Partnering:
Work directly with Revenue Managers, Supervisors, attorneys, and clients to review monthly billing, collections, and develop strategies for maximizing revenue. Help create a seamless process that balances client needs with firm objectives.
Complex Revenue Management:
Handle complex revenue tasks, including investigating misallocated time entries, processing write‑offs, time/cost transfers, and ensuring compliance with client‑specific rate accommodations and revenue policies.
E‑Billing Expertise:
Manage the electronic billing (e‑billing) efforts for clients and attorneys, ensuring invoices are submitted smoothly through LEDES files and verified in client systems. Resolve any issues that arise with billing submissions, including rejections or adjustments.
Collections and Accounts Receivable:
Proactively track outstanding accounts receivable and coordinate collection efforts to minimize delays. Work with partners and clients to address any payment issues, short pays, or discrepancies and help maintain strong relationships.
Reporting and Communication:
Generate financial and billing variance reports, handle write‑off reports, and ensure necessary approvals are in place. Keep all stakeholders informed of important updates, such as rate issues or client policy changes.
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field, with 5+ years of legal billing experience.
Exceptional attention to detail:
Ensure accuracy in billing and compliance with client policies.
Organized & efficient:
Proven ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
Collaborative communicator:
Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with attorneys, clients, and finance teams.
Adaptable & proactive:
Comfortable navigating challenges, solving problems, and communicating issues clearly and promptly.
Tech‑savvy:
Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel); experience with Elite 3E or Aderant highly desirable.
Compensation The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in New York City. The range may differ based on geographic location and cost of living considerations. Kirkland & Ellis offers an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. Personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities are also available to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work.
Compensation Range:
New York City: $90,000 – $109,000
How to Apply Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click “Apply Now.” If you are excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland.
Equal Employment Opportunity All employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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About Kirkland & Ellis At Kirkland & Ellis, we don’t just meet the standard for legal excellence — we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of more than 7,000 people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers’ commitment to excellence and help drive global business, investment, and innovation forward.
What You’ll Do Join Kirkland & Ellis as a Senior Revenue Coordinator and help power the financial engine behind one of the world’s leading law firms. In this fast‑paced role, you’ll be the driving force behind our billing and collection processes, providing vital support to our attorneys and clients. You’ll ensure accurate, timely invoicing that keeps our operations running smoothly and play a key role in optimizing cash flow and supporting the overall financial health of the firm.
Own the Revenue Process:
Oversee and administer all aspects of attorney revenue responsibilities, ensuring invoices are generated, reviewed, and sent promptly. Handle follow‑ups to ensure timely payment and maintain strong client relationships.
Strategic Partnering:
Work directly with Revenue Managers, Supervisors, attorneys, and clients to review monthly billing, collections, and develop strategies for maximizing revenue. Help create a seamless process that balances client needs with firm objectives.
Complex Revenue Management:
Handle complex revenue tasks, including investigating misallocated time entries, processing write‑offs, time/cost transfers, and ensuring compliance with client‑specific rate accommodations and revenue policies.
E‑Billing Expertise:
Manage the electronic billing (e‑billing) efforts for clients and attorneys, ensuring invoices are submitted smoothly through LEDES files and verified in client systems. Resolve any issues that arise with billing submissions, including rejections or adjustments.
Collections and Accounts Receivable:
Proactively track outstanding accounts receivable and coordinate collection efforts to minimize delays. Work with partners and clients to address any payment issues, short pays, or discrepancies and help maintain strong relationships.
Reporting and Communication:
Generate financial and billing variance reports, handle write‑off reports, and ensure necessary approvals are in place. Keep all stakeholders informed of important updates, such as rate issues or client policy changes.
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field, with 5+ years of legal billing experience.
Exceptional attention to detail:
Ensure accuracy in billing and compliance with client policies.
Organized & efficient:
Proven ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
Collaborative communicator:
Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with attorneys, clients, and finance teams.
Adaptable & proactive:
Comfortable navigating challenges, solving problems, and communicating issues clearly and promptly.
Tech‑savvy:
Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel); experience with Elite 3E or Aderant highly desirable.
Compensation The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in New York City. The range may differ based on geographic location and cost of living considerations. Kirkland & Ellis offers an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. Personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities are also available to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work.
Compensation Range:
New York City: $90,000 – $109,000
How to Apply Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click “Apply Now.” If you are excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland.
Equal Employment Opportunity All employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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