Billing Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Billing Specialist to join a law firm in Washington, District of Columbia in a contract-to-permanent role. This opportunity is ideal for someone who wants to grow into a long-term position while providing immediate support to a busy billing function. The person in this role will work closely with attorneys and internal staff, manage a steady volume of billing activity, and help ensure accurate and timely client invoicing. Candidates who bring legal billing experience, strong organization, and a service-minded approach will be well positioned for success.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare, review, and finalize client invoices with a high level of accuracy and attention to firm and client billing requirements.
• Handle day-to-day billing activity in a fast-paced legal environment, ensuring statements are processed and distributed on schedule.
• Work directly with attorneys and administrative staff to resolve billing questions, edits, and outstanding issues efficiently.
• Maintain billing records and supporting documentation within the firm's billing and accounting systems.
• Monitor invoice status, follow up on revisions or approvals, and help keep the billing cycle moving without delay.
• Support collection-related efforts by researching account questions and assisting with billing follow-up when needed.
• Learn firm workflows, policies, and system processes quickly while providing dependable on-site coverage during the initial ramp-up period.
• Use legal billing software, such as SurePoint or a similar platform, to manage billing tasks and reporting needs.• Prior experience in legal billing, preferably within a law firm or services environment.
• Working knowledge of billing systems and the ability to navigate legal billing software effectively.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage a high volume of work accurately.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys and staff.
• Organized approach to prioritizing assignments and meeting deadlines in a busy setting.
• Customer service mindset with sound judgment when responding to billing questions or concerns.
• Experience with SurePoint or a comparable law firm billing platform is preferred but not required.