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About Us
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. Relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients’ legal issues. We are known for handling the most complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the strong partnerships we build with clients and each other. Our attorneys, who reflect a broad range of experiences and perspectives, work together seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world’s major financial centers.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Client Accounting Coordinator to join our Firm. This position will be based in our Washington D.C. office (hybrid).
Position Overview
Provides client accounting analysis and billing support to partners. Prepares bills, coordinates e-billing process, and follows-up on all matters of billing and collection, e-billing, and responds to related internal inquiries. Works closely with department supervisor and business services professionals to meet service guidelines and to identify creative approaches for accomplishing departmental goals.
Responsibilities
Handles complex billing and client analysis projects.
Reviews information for client/matters which partners are responsible for billing and collecting (e.g. unbilled, unpaid bills, unapplied credits) and takes actions as appropriate, or records data as needed.
Prepares internal request forms including account receivable write offs, transfers to non-billable, etc.
Monitors billing system to confirm the status of billing pending matters (e.g. write offs, transfers to non-billable and specialty rates) and updates logs as appropriate.
Performs bi-monthly review of new matters and coordinates with partners and secretaries to obtain e-billing matter IDs.
Assists with the identification of new matters that require use of task codes and coordinates with Client Matter Modify to ensure mattes are properly set up in the time entry system.
Performs daily coordination of e-billing rejections and adjustments to invoices. Reviews, makes recommendations, and advised billers on how to respond to rejections. Follows up as required.
Promptly responds to all inquiries for information made by attorneys, legal assistants, and business services professionals, including answering the Firm's billing and collection help line
Updates and maintains logs for billing, reminder memos and responses
Maintains complete and up-to-date files for each assigned partners and/or client.
Communicates situations as they evolve that may require Manager follow-up as well as suggesting possible solutions.
Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.
Manages Firm resources responsibly.
Regular and reliable physical presence to (ex: work as part of a team, meet with clients, use on-site equipment, etc.)
Complies with and understands Firm operations, policies, and procedures.
Actively seeks to enhance knowledge of all Client Accounting procedures and processes.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge of relevant Firm computer software (e.g., Aderant, Outlook, Word, Excel), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
Brings excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and planning skills, close attention to detail, and sound, independent judgment and discretion.
Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, works and develops skills independently, and works well as part of a team.
Organizes and prioritizes work to meet deadlines across multiple projects with shifting priorities, works well in a demanding, fast-paced environment, and handles sensitive…