Legal Billing Coordinator

Company: MFR Men's & Fathers' Rights Divorce Lawyers - Schu
Location: Hackensack
Posted on: May 23, 2023

Job Description:

Accounts Receivable & Legal Billing CoordinatorAre you highly analytical with a natural ability to identify errors and solve complex problems? Do you value process and procedure? Is the idea of joining a growing business enticing to you? If so, you might be our next Billing Coordinator! This role is IN HOUSE in Hackensack, NJ.Our divorce and family law firm seeks an energetic, resourceful, and VERY detail-oriented billing coordinator for a full-time employment opportunity. This position is responsible for implementing the firm's billing activities and executing all aspects of the billing process. As a critical team member, you will work with all departments and leverage your excellent communication and follow-up skills to ensure a flawless billing experience for the law firm and the clients.Compensation:$50,000 potentialResponsibilities:The successful candidate should have excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills. Strong attention to detail and proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel are also required. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a law firm or other professional services environment.Manage the firm's billing process, including retainer and replenishment procedures, and accounts receivable collections.Prepare, review, analyze, audit, and revise pre-bills in detail to ensure accuracy.Prepare monthly invoices and send them per the firm's policies and procedures.Manage and reduce the firm's accounts receivable balance.Respond to and manage billing questions and concerns from clients.Make collections calls to clients and manage delinquent accounts.Manage retainer accounts and request replenishments as needed.Assist with chargebacks and refunds.Take client payments, including credit card payments.Deposit checks at the bank in a timely manner.Coordinate and communicate daily with the firm owner on the status of client trust balances.Qualifications:Must be computer savvy as we are a modern and tech-geeky law firm! So, you must have a decent working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and MS Outlook.Law firm experience requiredExperience with practice management software is a plus, but not requiredMust be a team player with a positive attitudeMust be a people personMust be good with numbers and processesMust be proactive, resourceful & forward thinkingMust be EXTREMELY detailed orientedMust have a good memoryMust be articulate and have effective communication, written and oralMust be okay to have uncomfortable conversationsMust have ability to tactfully handle emotional situationsMust not take things personallyMust think on your feetCollege degree is not required but preferredAbout CompanyWe are an exciting workplace where you will play an important role in the lives of Men, Fathers & Children. We offer plenty of opportunities for professional and personal development too. The on-target earnings for this opportunity are inclusive of a base salary and the opportunity for consistent merit increases and professional development opportunities.Benefits include health benefits, paid time off, and a 401k program. We take into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the New Jersey Bill A1094, a candidate's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.

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