Billing Assistant

Billing Assistant at Paul Hastings

Paul Hastings is a leading international law firm that provides innovative legal solutions to many of the world’s top financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies. With a strong presence throughout the U.S., Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, we have the global reach and extensive capabilities to provide personalized service wherever our clients’ needs take us. As one of the world’s leading law firms, we seek dynamic individuals who share our commitment to service, innovation, and professional growth.

Location:

Chicago, IL | Salary: $55,000.00‑$70,000.00

The Billing Assistant will be responsible for the following:

• Tracking Firm proformas (BSRs) daily and delivering to billing team members;
• Preparing financial reports;
• Obtaining costs backup; generating cost and pre-cost table reports;
• Working with accounts payable to resolve cost image/download issues;
• Working with management to improve expense back-up process;
• Assisting in the edit process of proformas;
• Assisting with minor invoice revisions;
• Assisting Finance department in downloading of outstanding bills and researching related questions;
• Generating Info-Only proformas for processed invoices;
• Handling ad‑hoc requests as needed;
• Handling additional related projects as assigned.

• Great organizational and multitasking abilities, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively;
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, and intermediate level in Excel;
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment;
• Excellent communication and writing skills;
• Team player and eager to learn;
• Resourcefulness and great administrative skills;
• Flexible and adaptive to new environment, methods, and systems.

• Associate’s Degree (preferred);
• At least 1 year of billing experience (preferred).

Employees will be provided with an excellent career opportunity in a collaborative environment, in addition to a generous total compensation package with the opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short- and Long-Term Disability;
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account;
• Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy;
• Lifestyle Spending Account;
• Voluntary 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing;
• 10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO Program;
• Family Support including Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Breast Milk Shipping, Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and Tutoring;
• Wellbeing programs (Employee Assistance Program, Relationship Support, Mental Health and Well-Being Events);
• Retirement Plan Consulting;
• Anniversary Bonus Program;
• Professional Development Programs;
• Transportation and Commuter Benefits;
• International Travel Insurance;
• Auto/Home/Pet Insurance;
• Prepaid Legal Insurance;
• Employee Discounts;
• And More!

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Law Practice

Paul Hastings is an equal opportunity employer.