Description

We are offering a contract to permanent employment opportunity for a Billing Clerk in the legal industry, based in Detroit, Michigan. As a Billing Clerk, you will be primarily focusing on handling the billing procedures of our legal team, maintaining records, and ensuring effective communication with attorneys and other team members.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the administrative needs of the assigned billing attorneys, ensuring smooth billing operations.

• Prepare, distribute, and manage monthly bills, adhering to attorney-specific and client-specific guidelines.

• Monitor matters that are not being billed on a monthly schedule and take necessary actions.

• Prepare bills in a Legal Electronic Data Exchange Standard format for transmission through various electronic billing sites for select clients.

• Troubleshoot and monitor the status of electronic billing.

• Directly communicate with attorneys and other team members to prepare bills and address administrative requests.

• Generate necessary billing/collections reports to address queries from attorneys or for problem-solving.

• Assist in the month-end process and report distribution as needed.

• Use your skills in billing and accounts receivable to manage the accounts receivable balances of assigned clients, working closely with clients, attorneys, and their secretaries.

• Track and report progress in the resolution of client collection problems.

• Assist other billers as necessary.

Requirements • Must possess solid knowledge and understanding of billing principles and practices.

• Proficiency in performing billing functions such as issuing invoices, handling payments, and tracking expenses.

• Strong abilities in managing accounts receivable, including maintaining records, reconciling accounts, and ensuring timely payment.

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

• High level of proficiency in using billing software and other relevant computer applications.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with clients and team members.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle billing discrepancies effectively.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in handling sensitive financial information.

• Must have a proactive approach to work, with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining high levels of professional and ethical standards.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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