Job Description & How to Apply Below
Osler prides itself on attracting and maintaining some of the brightest talent in the legal arena. Our lawyers, students, management and staff have created a unique firm culture which nurtures mentoring and the exchange of ideas. Osler is a dynamic and exciting place to further your career or carve out a new path.
Reporting to the Manager, Billing Accounts (EHG), the EHG Billing Specialist will be responsible for supporting Osler’s Emerging & High Growth Companies (EHG), assisting in all phases of client billing and collections, including bill preparation, submission, follow-up and communication with clients and Partners and subsequent payment and outstanding bill collection. This is a detail-oriented position with an emphasis on time management, technical tasks and interpersonal skills.
This job posting is for an existing vacancy. The successful candidate can be based out of Toronto or Calgary.
Major Responsibilities
Prioritize and execute tasks required to improve realizations by ensuring work-in-process inventory is billed regularly and in formats expected by our clients
Co‑coordinate the execution of tasks with practice group Legal Assistants, Partners and others in the broader Billing and Collection department
Manage client relationships on behalf of the firm and/or individual Partners to expedite the payment of invoices
Review engagement letters, outside counsel billing guidelines, and billing arrangements related details where appropriate to ensure billing compliance with client requirements
Manage client inquiries through to resolution
Maintain detailed records of client communications in the system
Assist Partners with the preparation of documents to close client transactions through the firm’s trust accounts
Process pre-bills received via Pre‑Bill Viewer and handle monthly billings for EHG Partners
Draft and finalize client invoices for distribution to clients
Oversee and coordinate month end billing and collections. Deal with escalation of billing & collection disputes and act as first point of contact before escalation
Follow up with Manager, Billing Accounts, Partners and clients as appropriate regarding overdue accounts and WIP using various reports and systems
Initiate contact with client regarding outstanding receivables
Handle client inquiries and resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records of all communications in the system
Resolve any unresolved or partial payments received from clients
Maintain good relations with internal and external clients
Position Requirements
Education and Experience
The position requires a university or college degree in a business discipline, including some accounting and finance courses, with a minimum of 3 years of billing or accounts receivable experience.
Experience with Aderant, Pre‑Bill Viewer, eBilling Hub, eBilling platforms or similar legal billing software is required. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be acceptable.
Knowledge and Skills
Ability to remain solution-focused and perform in a fast-paced environment
Professional communication (both oral and written) with all internal and external stakeholders
High proficiency in computer software programs such as spreadsheet programs and database systems
Ability to interact with senior members of the Firm
Attention to detail, organization and time management skills, along with the ability to balance daily work
A compliance and procedural mindset
We are currently working in a hybrid work arrangement, which includes a requirement to work primarily in the office and flexibility to work remotely up to 2 days per week.
Accessibility and Accommodation
Osler is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and people with diverse backgrounds, identities, and cultures. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates in all phases of the selection process.
Background and Reference Checks
Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check, credit check, and employment and educational verifications.
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