Legal Biller (12-month FTC)

The Role

A key role for a Legal Biller in the Firms revenue team to assist in the drive to deliver a more pro-active billing and e-billing service to the Partners & fee earners through the provision of a combined WIP management and billing service.

Involvement in various aspects of the working capital cycle including, revenue assistance, bill production & dispatch, all aspects of E-bill management and data integrity & capture.

Key Objectives

• Support change in approaches to new systems and processes and adhere to Finance best practice.
• Be an ambassador for Finance's role and contribute to the firm's strategic goals.
• Wholeheartedly participate in and collaborate with both the Finance Department and the wider Business Services Departments.
• Support the design and application of new ways of working in a modern law firm.

Reports to

• Revenue Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Billing - including preparation, distribution and compliance with SLAs.
• E-billing - including validation against client guidelines, submission and query resolution.
• Query Resolution via direct or shared mailbox to SLAs, being pro-active in escalating to resolution.
• Data integrity of key data items required for efficient 'right first time' billing, e.g. rates, references.
• General - Undertake ad hoc responsibilities as required.

Knowledge, skills and experience

• Demonstrates a growth mindset and is committed to lifelong learning to build knowledge and expertise.
• Experience in a finance function gained in professional services, preferably a law firm.
• Knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules and VAT for law firms billing preferred.
• Highly PC literate with strong systems skills, particularly in Excel and ideally in Aderant Expert or similar).
• Delivers a [internal and external] client experience that exceeds expectations.
• Demonstrates an organised approach to their work. Plans, prioritises and uses technology to work efficiently.
• Works commercially to achieve the objectives of the team/firm.
• Collaborative and works effectively in a team.
• Develops strong working relationships.
• Delegates work effectively.
• Committed to being part of a supportive, inclusive and collaborative firm culture.