Legal Billing & Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Legal Billing Assistant  to support the financial operations of a law firm. This position is responsible for managing monthly time and billing processes for firm attorneys and partners, reviewing billing information for accuracy, and ensuring that financial data is processed accurately and confidentially.

It is important to mention that this position is temporary

The ideal candidate will have previous experience, strong computer skills, managing deadlines, reviewing detailed financial information communicating professionally with attorneys, administrative staff, and internal teams, and the ability to quickly learn new software and systems. 

Responsibilities

• Assist with the monthly time and billing process for firm attorneys.
• Review attorney and partner time entries for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare, review, and process monthly billing information in accordance with firm procedures.
• Monitor billable time, expenses, and matter-related costs to ensure accurate billing.
• Review billing data and identify missing information, or unusual entries.
• Communicate with attorneys, legal assistants, and internal departments regarding billing questions and required corrections.
• Maintain accurate billing records, reports, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain strict confidentiality when handling partner compensation, financial information, billing records, and other sensitive information.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties related to billing and financial operations as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in billing, accounting, or related financial operations.
• Familiarity with legal billing practices, invoice review, and timekeeping processes is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with billing software, spreadsheet tools, and standard office applications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Education for this position is a plus but there is a possibility of training candidates with little experience.

Location: Miami FL, 33133

Job Type/Schedule:  Temporary - Full Time - 8-hour shift - Monday through Friday

Pay: Will depend on the candidate's experience. No less than $18 an hour.

Legal or law firm experience is preferred but not required if the candidate has strong accounting and billing experience and demonstrates the ability to learn quickly.