We have an immediate opening for a Risk Management-Client Matter Lifecycle Clerk.
Ideal candidates must have 1-3 years of experience related to the responsibilities and duties outlined below.
A professional demeanor is required, as well as excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact with candidates, attorneys, management and staff.
Law firm experience is highly desired.
This is a full-time position, with flexible options to work a remote, hybrid or onsite schedule.
For consideration, please e-mail resume and salary requirements to *ADMRecruiting@grsm.
com**,* with "Client Matter Lifecycle Clerk" in the Subject line.
No Recruiters or phone calls.
Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani is an equal opportunity employer.
· Serve as the point of contact on billing setup for Partners and legal assistants.
· Input and maintain client billing information set-up and special instructions in accounting database, including matter budgets, timekeeper rates, and more.
· Review and verify accuracy of billing setup to ensure accurate and prompt invoicing according to each Client’s specific needs
· Ensure Client’s initial matter billing setup aligns with their Billing and Outside Counsel Guidelines.
· Review and verify accuracy of billing documentation as required
· Confirm rates and any fee arrangements are reflected for each individual matter
· Collaborate with the Billing and Collection teams and other Finance personnel, working closely with Partners and other legal staff to achieve the Firm’s goals.
· Prepare billing adjustments incl.
rate changes, to ensure all invoices contain the correct data
· Understand the various phases of litigation, as well as specialized billing arrangements arising from such engagements
· Manage and report on billing status of new matters.
· Respond to internal and external inquiries in a timely manner
· Communicate with Attorneys, Billing team, Client Service Specialist, and other staff to support the successful flow of billing information within the New Business Intake workflow.
· Assure conformity with the Firm’s accounting, billing and collection policies, and controls and ensure the integrity of the Firm’s financial and operating information.
· Drive standardization and innovation alongside future growth
· Ensure Firm policies and practices are followed; promote consistency and education on professional and technical matters to meet Client and Firm billing objectives.
· Communicate directly with Partners as needed to assist in answering questions, providing data, etc.
· Help to coordinate follow up on outstanding WIP for unopened matters, working with Partners & legal assistants to actively address unbilled fees and costs.
· Assist with other special projects, ad hoc reports, and activities as needed, and performs additional duties as assigned
· Must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field; an A.
A.
or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; at least one year related experience in a large law firm; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
· A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in general accounting practices
· A minimum of one (1) years’ experience with legal and/or electronic billing processes and practices, and prior experience with Aderant or Elite billing systems
· Experience with Intapp OPEN Intake preferred
· Strong Excel skills with ability to analyze financial data
· Analytical, intellectually curious, and motivated to seek out answers and solutions
· Familiarity and comfort dealing with legal documents and contracts required
· Ability to multitask, working both independently and as part of a team, in a deadline-driven, detail-oriented, fast-paced environment
· Proactive with excellent troubleshooting, problem resolution, and follow-through skills.
· Ability to communicate with courtesy and diplomacy, efficiently follow written and verbal instructions, and maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of Attorneys, clients and staff.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35,000.
00 - $50,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Experience level:
* 1 year
* 2 years
* 3 years
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
Work Location: Remote
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