Billing Analyst

Billing AnalystWe are looking for a Billing Analyst to join our rapidly growing global firm in Chicago, IL or Houston, TX. This person will be responsible for coordinating all client invoicing activity in a timely and accurate manner, globally.ResponsibilitiesPrepare, compile and distribute monthly bills to clients for services provided, in a multi-entity, multi-currency, global environmentReview contracts and engagement letters to verify client guidelines, billing rates, fee arrangements and other detailsTrack all invoice activity in relevant systems. Maintain accurate records and management reportsCommunicate clearly and succinctly with clients, vendors, and business leaders including Managing Directors, CFO and accounting teamReview accounts and balances, identifying any potential inconsistenciesAccurately input incoming payments and revise open invoices as required by the businessAssist with A/R reporting and collections as neededIssue credit memos as neededAccount for discounts, split billing and other unique billing situationsSet up new clients and engagements in accounting systemProvide timely solutions and answers as issues or questions ariseAssist other members of the Finance & Accounting team in preparation for close, audits, board meetings, and other eventsQualifications2-3+ years of professional work experience in cash application and collectionsUndergraduate or Associates degree in Accounting or Finance preferredStrong knowledge of accounts receivable function and standardsAttention to detail and ability to perform data entry with a high degree of accuracyStrong Microsoft Office skills (e.g., Word and Excel)Experience working with enterprise financial applications – Workday preferredStrong communication skills / customer service mindsetComfortable working within deadlines and timelinesWillingness to adapt and adopt new processes and functionsOutstanding written and oral communication skills, ability to express complex situations clearly and succinctlyPrior experience in a similar role within a professional services business is required, preferably within a law firmFamiliarity with Time & Expense contracts, percentage billing, and billing multiple parties on a single invoice highly preferredAuthorized to work in the US with no need for sponsorship in the futureAt Secretariat, we believe in pay transparency and equity. Compensation for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including experience, skills, and location. Further details will be provided during the hiring process.Pay Transparency$60,000 - $75,000 USDA Rewarding Career Above AllThere are a lot of fine consulting firms out there. But when everything is on the line, it takes a unique combination of skill and savvy to succeed under pressure.Our culture and people are driven by passion, pride, and performance. Passion for the clients we serve, the work we deliver, and the communities we live in. Pride in our cohesive team recognized for excellence and trusted to perform in the most challenging situations. And our track record of outstanding performance across all of our disciplines speaks for itself.Our people are motivated to be the best in everything they do – from our approach to making the complex simple to the way we mentor our up-and-coming talent to become trusted experts early in their careers.