Office Services Manager

Legal Billing Specialist

Robert Half is partnering with a rapidly growing law firm in Chicago, Illinois, to hire a skilled Legal Billing Specialist. In this role, you will collaborate closely with billing attorneys to ensure accurate and efficient billing processes. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in law firm billing, possess strong attention to detail, and demonstrate excellent communication skills. This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional seeking to contribute to a dynamic, fast-paced legal environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of the monthly billing cycle, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in invoicing.
• Collaborate closely with billing attorneys and clients to track and collect outstanding accounts receivable.
• Provide guidance to billing attorneys and, as needed, the billing committee regarding appropriate billing policies and procedures.
• Address inquiries related to billing, accounts receivable, and work-in-process, while generating reports as required.
• Process client payments, including checks, ACH/wire transfers, and credit card transactions.
• Enter vendor invoices and handle other accounts payable responsibilities.
• Take on additional duties and special projects as assigned to support departmental goals.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years of billing experience in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, with the ability to accurately perform detailed basic accounting tasks and procedures.
• Proven ability to interpret information from billing attorneys using reason, logic, and sound judgment.
• Strong analytical skills to apply knowledge in practical scenarios, anticipate potential challenges, and implement effective solutions.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently under time constraints while maintaining accuracy and a consistently high level of productivity.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate as part of a team in a fast-paced professional environment.