Legal Billing Specialist

At KPMG Law, you can become an integral part of a dynamic team at a globally recognized, business-integrated legal practice. Enjoy a collaborative, future-forward culture that empowers your success. Work alongside KPMG's extensive network of multidisciplinary specialists and leverage advanced legal technologies. Join a diverse team helping high-profile clients understand, analyze, and respond to complex business opportunities and challenges. Develop your career through a range of multifaceted engagements, formal training, and informal mentoring. At KPMG, we believe nothing is more important than investing in our culture because it's an investment in our people, our future, and what we stand for as a firm.KPMG is currently seeking a Legal Billing Specialist to join our KPMG Law practice.Responsibilities:Review, interpret, input, track, and manage Outside Counsel Guidelines (OCGs) and complex client billing rules, ensuring all invoices and time entries strictly adhere to client specifications; act as the firm's subject matter expert on client-specific billing requirements, proactively communicating updates, restrictions, and best practices to attorneys and support staff to minimize reductions and rejectionsGenerate, review, and distribute monthly prebills to attorneys for review and edit; process complex billing edits accurately and efficiently, including multi-party billing, split-party arrangements, and various discount applications; prepare and process final, precise client invoices in accordance with both firm policies and individual client agreements; apply retainers, write-offs, and discounts appropriatelyApply and manage Uniform Task-Based Management System (UTBMS) phase, task, and activity codes to ensure precise time entry compliance; generate, format, and troubleshoot LEDES (Legal Electronic Data Exchange Standard) files (for example, LEDES 1998B, 1998BI V2) for seamless upload and processing; prepare, transmit, and ensure the successful submission of electronic bills (e-bills) through industry-leading third-party vendor platforms; manage and monitor the status of e-bills, promptly addressing and resolving any rejections, short-pays, or appeals in coordination with attorneysServe as a primary point of contact for internal and external billing inquiries, responding to requests for payment history, cost details, and other financial information; investigate and resolve billing discrepancies and client requests for cost back-up documentation; input and maintain accurate client and matter data, including rates, fee arrangements, and billing guidelines, within the firm's financial system; audit time and expense narratives for compliance with client rules before bill generationReview Accounts Receivable (A/R) aging schedules and assist with collections and appeals as needed; assist with budget creation and accrual reporting as required by e-billing clients; provide billing forecasts, accruals, and ad-hoc reports to management and clientsAct with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environmentQualifications:Minimum three years of recent experience in legal billing and e-billing experience within a law firm or professional services environmentBachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field from an accredited college/university or a high school diploma and seven years of experience in legal billing and e-billing within a law firm or professional services environmentDemonstrated expertise with industry-leading third-party e-billing portals and platforms (for example, Legal Tracker/Serengeti, CounselLink, TyMetrix 360, Passport, Collaborati, Onit, Coupa, SimpleLegal); proficiency with legal financial and billing software and advanced proficiency in the MS Office Suite, particularly Excel (vlookups, pivot tables), Word, and OutlookExperience interpreting and enforcing Outside Counsel Guidelines (OCGs) and understanding of LEDES file formats and strict adherence to UTBMS coding structuresProven experience working within SAP invoice processing and accounts payable and accounts receivable systems; ability to navigate and reconcile information between multiple systemsExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with an aptitude for articulating billing rules and data clearly to legal professionals with a high degree of professionalism, responsiveness, and a client-first mindset; demonstrated ability to handle a high volume of invoices, manage multiple priorities, and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment; strong attention to detail, organization, accuracy and problem-solving skillsKPMG LLP and its subsidiaries (“KPMG”) complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. 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