Legal Billing & Collections Specialist

Expanding Law Firm is seeking an experienced Legal Billing & Collections Specialist for their Oakland, CA location. The overall responsibility of the ideal individual will be performing full-cycle billing and collections functions, as well as be expected to provide outstanding service to their assigned attorneys, clients and others in the firm. Generate monthly pre-bills and verify correct billing rates before distribution to Billing Attorneys. Edit and finalize client invoices, prepare write-off request forms for approval, if needed. Pull and copy expense backup to accompany invoices. Submit final invoices to clients. Process revised invoices upon request of attorney and/or clients. Review client contracts for billing guidelines and set up spreadsheet in Excel. Update client budgets in billing system. Make changes or corrections to time entries requested by the timekeeper in the billing system. Calculate and prepare rate increases annually for assigned clients. Timely respond to questions and inquiries from internal and external clients. Prepare daily deposit and post cash receipts which includes scanning checks and backup documents for online filing. Assist team members with their client billing lists. Work cordially, cooperatively, and productively with department and firm employees. Ability to work under pressure and deadlines and produce a quality product. File client-matter documentation electronically and in iManage. Monitor and track accounts receivables to ensure collection goals are met. Work overtime as needed. Minimum of 3 years’ work experience as a Legal Billing Specialist using billing software; Must have strong technology skills including MS Office Suite (Excel) and an ability to leverage technology to enhance processes; Ability to maintain high ethical standards and strict confidentiality of all information that the employee may receive as a result of their role. Collections/Aging experience. Extremely Detail Oriented and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Handles confidential information /documents. Permanent -Direct Hire Opportunity Resume Followed by interview $35-$40 Hourly Must be available for overtime if needed