Billing Coordinator Jobs

With over 200 attorneys from offices in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Shreveport, Houston and The Woodlands, Kean Miller serves the legal needs of the people, businesses and industries that drive the regional economy. Our people provide creative solutions, unique strategies and unparalleled value that allow our clients to perform at the highest level.

Kean Miller is seeking a Billing Coordinator to work in our Accounting Department in our Baton Rouge.

Billing Duties

• Reviews new matters set up daily and verify/enter billing instructions for all new matters.
• Maintain and be familiar with client billing guidelines for all assigned clients; keeps others in Billing department informed of changes.
• Create billing schedules and produce billing proforma analysis as requested by attorney.
• Reviews and edits pre-bills in response to attorney requests.
• Reviews and verify accuracy of billing and supporting documentation as required.
• Executes complex bills in a timely manner.
• Assists with special projects as needed.
• Compiles accurate timekeeper hours and client costs for billing every month or as directed by the billing attorney.
• Coordinates with billing attorney billing rates, billing instructions and special billing requirements mandated by clients.
• Assist in preparing documentation and responses for legal inquiries, litigation and audits when necessary.
• Analyzes client write-downs of bills in accordance with Firm policy.
• Utilizes computerized accounting and billing software for billing and reporting.
• Works with attorneys on appeals.
• Researches and responds to inquiries regarding billing inquiries and issues and.
• Create new client billing guidelines as needed.

Experience

• Experience with electronic billing software is preferred
• 2 years’ experience working in a professional services firm. Law firm experience a plus.

Abilities

• Excellent communication skills are required with both attorneys and staff to ensure accurate and timely billing is accomplished.
• Experience with a comprehensive accounting system a plus.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills is a must.
• Able to work under pressure, independently as well as with a team.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office products, with strong focus on Excel.
• Highly responsive to emails and requests for information.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration is preferred.

What Kean Miller Offers

Kean Miller provides its employees with competitive salaries and a full paid benefits package, a great work environment, stability, generous paid-time off and contributes to a 401k plan.

How To Apply

Please send a confidential resume to [email protected].

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