Billing Senior Client Account Specialist

Location: New York

Job Detail Experience Level Sr Level Degree Type Bachelor of Science (BS)
Employment Full Time Working Type Hybrid Job Reference Salary Type Annually Industry Law Firms & Legal Services;

Law Practice Selling Points Advance your career in a hybrid role managing critical client accounts. Collaborate with industry leaders to optimize billing strategies and ensure compliance. Gain leadership experience in a dynamic, professional environment.

Job Description Overview Take  on a pivotal role managing billing and collection strategies for key clients and practice groups in a hybrid work environment.

Collaborate with partners and finance teams to ensure compliance with client requirements and firm best practices.

Oversee accurate and timely billing processes, adhering to guidelines and agreements to maintain client satisfaction.

Monitor accounts receivable, proactively addressing payment delays and discrepancies to ensure financial health.

Prepare detailed financial reports for senior management, providing insights into billing and collection performance.

Lead discussions with partners to resolve billing concerns and optimize financial operations.

Support system upgrades, ensuring functionality and efficiency in billing systems and processes.

Contribute to special projects and initiatives, enhancing the firm's billing and financial strategies.

Key Responsibilities & Duties Manage billing and collection processes for assigned partners and practice groups, ensuring precision and timeliness.

Analyze accounts receivable data, initiating actions to resolve payment issues and improve cash flow.

Develop and present financial reports, including projections and billing comments, for management review.

Ensure adherence to client billing guidelines, engagement letters, and firm policies.

Collaborate with internal teams to optimize billing workflows and enhance operational efficiency.

Facilitate regular meetings with partners to address financial concerns and align on strategies.

Provide expertise on complex billing matters, mentoring junior staff and fostering professional growth.

Participate in system upgrades, validating functionality and ensuring seamless integration.

Engage in ad hoc projects and analyses, contributing to the firm's financial success.

Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is required.

Minimum of 4-5 years of billing and client account management experience in professional services or law firms.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, with strong technical and analytical skills.

Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with a detail-oriented mindset.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently manage complex tasks.

Flexibility to adapt to deadlines, including occasional evening or weekend  knowledge of billing processes and the ability to resolve issues effectively.

Demonstrated leadership skills with a commitment to mentoring and developing team members.

Proactive approach to identifying improvements and anticipating client needs.