Senior Billing Coordinator - Legal - NYC

Legal Billing Specialist

Responsibilities:

• Manage complex billing, client accounting, and account analysis processes for assigned attorneys and practice groups
• Prepare, review, and finalize client invoices and supporting documentation in accordance with client requirements and engagement terms
• Monitor outstanding balances, proactively identify potential collection issues, and follow up on aged receivables
• Coordinate billing workflow and collaborate with attorneys, administrative staff, and finance teams to ensure timely processing of invoices
• Respond to billing and account-related inquiries from attorneys, clients, and internal stakeholders
• Maintain accurate client and partner account records, files, and reporting documentation
• Serve as a point of escalation for complex billing issues and support departmental leadership when necessary
• Utilize legal billing and accounting systems to generate reports, analyze data, and support client account management efforts

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum 5+ years of legal billing and client accounting experience within a law firm
• Experience handling complex billing, account analysis, and collections-related responsibilities
• Proficiency with Aderant
• Strong Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Leadership or mentoring experience within a billing or accounting team is a plus

What's on offer:

• Competitive base salary with strong bonus potential
• Hybrid work schedule (2 days in the NYC office)
• Exposure to top-tier partners and complex, high-value matters
• Clear path for growth within a well-structured finance team
• Comprehensive benefits

Job summary:

Sector

Banking & Financial Services

Sub Sector

Accountancy & Finance

Industry

Business Services

Location

New York

Contract Type

Permanent