Billing Specialist

Husch Blackwell LLP is a full-service litigation and business law firm with multiple locations across the United States, serving clients with domestic and international operations.

At Husch Blackwell we believe that diverse, equitable and inclusive teams lead to better outcomes. Husch Blackwell is committed to retaining, recruiting, developing, and promoting talented lawyers and business professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We foster an engaged, diverse, and inclusive team culture of accountability and purpose that makes our Firm and our communities better.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to ourBilling Specialist position. This position may be filled remotely, or in any of our locations.

The Billing Specialist is responsible for assisting with the initiation and implementation of all aspects of the monthly client billing process, including processing and distribution of monthly pre-bills and preparing client invoices. Essential job functions include:

• Monthly Pre-Bill Distribution.  Assist with all functions relating to processing and distributing monthly pre-bills including:
  • E-mail/phone correspondence with outside offices to facilitate providing reports or data that accompany the paperless proforma distribution efforts.
  • Updating attorneys with any potential issues regarding the monthly pre-bill process.
  • Proofing information before distribution.
• Client Billing. Assist with initiating and implementing of all aspects of the monthly client billing process including:
  
  • Maintain telephone and personal contact with clients, attorneys and staff on billing matters.
  • Modify time and cost entries as directed.
  • Compile necessary back-up documentation per client billing guidelines.
  • Acquire and maintain proper approval documentation.
  • Print/mail or electronically submit client invoices.
  • Manage monthly reports surrounding billing workload.
• Internal/External Customer Service:
  
  • Communicate with attorneys, clients or staff to address billing questions, as needed.
  • Answer questions regarding billing processes and procedures. 
  • Assist with customized reporting requirements for internal/external clients.
• Utilize computerized accounting and billing software applications.
• Maintain contact with attorneys, staff, and clients and observes confidentiality of client and firm matters.
• Effectively prioritize numerous tasks and complete within designated time deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Associate’s degree or combination of education and commensurate work experience required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3-5 years’ relevant experience required, preferably in a professional services environment. 
• Technical proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or experience with accounting software.
• Highly motivated and detail-oriented skills required.
• Excellent organizational skills required.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements. The Firm will provide reasonable accommodations as necessary to allow an individual with a disability to apply for and/or perform the essential functions of a position.  If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, please contact HR. 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation ranges for this position in various states and jurisdictions are as follows:

State of California: $53,000 - $102,000
State of Colorado: $49,000 - $88,000
Jersey City, NJ: $58,000 - $105,000
State of Massachusetts: $52,000 - $102,000
State of New York: $50,000 - $107,000
State of Washington: $52,000 - $98,000

The above salaries do not include a discretionary bonus, however bonus opportunities are non-guaranteed, and are dependent upon individual and firm performance. Full-time employees receive benefits including: medical and dental coverage; life insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance; pre-tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses; an employee assistance program; Paid Time Off; paid holidays; participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements; and more.

Please submit a cover letter and resume when applying.

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet.  Principal Applicants Only.