Jenner & Block LLP is a law firm known for its fearless reputation and global reach. The billing assistant is responsible for assisting in the billing process, which includes generating invoices, verifying billing information, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining billing records.
Responsibilities
- Identify aging A/R balances for follow up; prepare follow up correspondence
- Prepare Reminder Statements to attorneys and mail to clients as requested
- Assist with collections process
- Assist Billing Coordinators with the creation and distribution of draft invoices for partners and secretaries
- Process narrative changes and other billing adjustments for draft invoices
- Act as overflow for auditing and posting invoices as needed
- Maintain Alt Fee Report and add new client matters on a daily basis
- Enter and/or update client rate and discount overrides for new clients as matters are opened and as identified during the monthly billing process
- Monitor Fixed Fee report and bring matters over fee cap to Billing Manager’s attention
- Prepare audit requests
- Create monthly billing reports
- Manage monthly scanning of invoice packets
- Other pertinent billing duties as requested by Billing Manager
Skills
- 1+ years' experience in a law firm billing department or equivalent experience
- High school diploma: undergraduate degree preferred
- Excellent communication skills
- Rippe LMSV billing system and direct partner interaction experience a plus
Benefits
- Competitive total rewards package
- Comprehensive health & well-being benefits
- 401k profit sharing
Company Overview
Jenner & Block is a law firm with global reach, with more than 500 lawyers and offices in Chicago It was founded in 1914, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://jenner.com/.