BIlling Coordinator

Billing Coordinator Our client is currently seeking a full-time Legal Billing Coordinator to add to our growing finance team. This role owns client billing from start to finish for assigned practice areas. The coordinator is accountable for the full billing cycle prebill preparation and attorney follow-through, invoice finalization, submission through client and carrier e-billing platforms, and, critically, the pursuit of every invoice through to acceptance and payment. Legal experience is not mandatory. Job Description: Billing Coordinator Our client is currently seeking a full-time Legal Billing Coordinator to add to our growing finance team. This role owns client billing from start to finish for assigned practice areas. The coordinator is accountable for the full billing cycle prebill preparation and attorney follow-through, invoice finalization, submission through client and carrier e-billing platforms, and, critically, the pursuit of every invoice through to acceptance and payment. Legal experience is not mandatory. Key Responsibilities Manage monthly billing cycle for assigned practices, clients, and billing attorneys, processing approximately 1,000 invoices per month. Prepare, review, and distribute prebills and resolve billing discrepancies. Coordinate attorney prebills and follow up to keep billing cycles on schedule. Finalize and issue invoice notices in required client formats and through designated platforms. Submit invoices through client and carrier e-billing platforms and monitor acceptance. Research and resolve rejected, reduced, and short-paid invoices and process resubmissions. Monitor budgets, billing limits, and exceptions and elevate potential issues promptly. Prepare and track billing appeals, deadlines, and outstanding invoice exceptions. Maintain current guidelines, rate schedules, and e-billing requirements. Support new e-billing client setup, including matter registration and test submissions. Support accounts receivable by monitoring aging, responding to inquiries, and coordinating payment issues. Provide billing status updates and reporting while supporting period-end close and process improvements Process and document client payments via phone in accordance with firm procedures. Maintain strict confidentiality of client, firm, and personnel information. Qualifications Highschool Diploma or equivalent; associates degree in accounting, business, or a related field preferred. 2+ years of billing experience in a law firm or professional services setting. Working knowledge of legal time and billing software and comfort learning new systems quickly. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including sorting, filtering, and basic formulas for reconciliation and tracking. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the confidence to follow up with attorneys and to correspond directly with clients and carriers Hands-on experience with electronic billing submission and with researching and resolving invoice rejections and reductions. Work Environment & Physical Requirements This is an on-site position based in the firms Buffalo office. The role involves extended periods of computer work and occasional light lifting of files and materials. Additional hours may be required during peak billing cycle periods and at fiscal year-end. Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic work environment, with or without reasonable accommodation. 8:30 - 4:30 with a 1/2 hour lunch Wage Information $25.00 - $30.00 per hour depending on experience and skillset. Benefits Our generous benefits package includes paid time off in addition to paid holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k with Firm contribution, potential for 401 profit sharing, short and long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program, ID protection insurance, group term life insurance, and an opportunity for a year-end bonus based on performance. Qualifications: Highschool Diploma or equivalent; associates degree in accounting, business, or a related field preferred. 2+ years of billing experience in a law firm or professional services setting. Working knowledge of legal time and billing software and comfort learning new systems quickly. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including sorting, filtering, and basic formulas for reconciliation and tracking. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the confidence to follow up with attorneys and to correspond directly with clients and carriers Hands-on experience with electronic billing submission and with researching and resolving invoice rejections and reductions. Why Is This a Great Opportunity: Great firm. Legal Experience Is Not Required. Billing experience is requried. Opportunity for a career path with the right mindset. Salary Type Annual Salary Salary Min $ 54600 Salary Max $ 58500 Currency Type USD #J-18808-Ljbffr NPAworldwide