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Billing Analyst
Location: Dallas, TX - 3 days a week in Office
***This position requires prior law firm billing experience. Candidates must have at least 5 years of billing experience in a legal/law firm setting or they will not be considered***
A leading global law firm is seeking a Billing Analyst to join its Finance Department. This position offers the opportunity to become part of an innovative and collaborative team focused on supporting finance operations and developing solutions to improve processes and procedures. The Billing Analyst will work closely with the Finance team and report to the Billing Manager.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform tasks related to the monthly production of client invoices.
- Generate pre-bills and Work-in-Process (WIP)/Unbilled Time reports from the firm's financial management system; determine matters to be billed according to firm and client guidelines; create and distribute draft bills for review; execute billing edits, transfers, write-offs, and prepare supporting schedules as required.
- Coordinate electronic invoice submissions with the e-Billing team.
- Review new and updated client billing guidelines and ensure compliance. Communicate changes in client requirements, including task codes, billing formats, and reporting requirements, to relevant stakeholders.
- Monitor Accounts Receivable and coordinate collection efforts with attorneys and finance personnel.
- Track matter budgets and ensure billings remain within established budget parameters.
- Provide financial information and reporting to attorneys and legal support staff as requested. Conduct cost analyses and support budget preparation activities when required.
- Participate in meetings and conference calls with attorneys, finance staff, and clients as needed.
- Coordinate billing-related activities associated with matter closures.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- 5 years of law firm billing experience required.
- Experience with Aderant Expert strongly preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including intermediate Excel skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities with the capacity to interact effectively across all levels of the organization.