Description

Greenberg Traurig, a global law firm, currently has an excellent full-time employment opportunity in the Revenue Management Department of our Chicago office. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package. 

Position Summary:

The Billing Manager is primarily responsible for the effective hands-on coordination and management of the billing and payment cycle workflow. The Billing Manager is responsible for overseeing the accurate and efficient preparation of bills and invoices for Billing Attorneys. 

• Ensures accurate observance of billing and e-billing requirements and processes
• Prepares ad-hoc billing reports for internal and external clients
• Ensures timely invoice submission to clients, based on established timelines
• Creates and distributes ad hoc operational and billing reports to management as requested
• Works with Revenue Management Department to identify, review and recommend changes to automate or enhance timeliness, accuracy, and efficiency of billing processes
• Supports internal and external auditors as requested
• Supervises billing staff, recommends any necessary training/changes
• Provides feedback during the staff performance appraisals, develops performance management objectives to address concerns, drives engagement and retention; participates in team hiring and separation decisions
• Delegate’s assignments and projects to staff as appropriate

Skills & Competencies:
 

•  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor and presentation
• Demonstrated ability to work well, be influential and communicate effectively with senior leadership and staff, including presenting ideas in a clear, succinct manner
• High attention to detail to ensure accuracy of information, outstanding organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively
• Analytical with strong problem-solving skills, takes initiative and uses good judgment, excellent follow-up skills
• Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment, effectively prioritize multiple tasks

Qualifications & Prior Experience:
 

• B.A. in accounting or finance or equivalent accounting experience preferred
• 8+ years of legal billing/receivables experience and in-depth knowledge of accounting principles and billing software
• Aderant and/or Elite experience preferred
• 5+ years of management experience in similar role
• Advanced experience in e-billing, Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook and Access

Greenberg Traurig is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Greenberg Traurig are considered without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, among other protected bases.

Exemplifying our commitment to promoting inclusion and equity across our platform, the firm participates in the Mansfield Rule Certification Program (Mansfield). Mansfield, which is facilitated by The Diversity Lab, focuses on equal opportunity, fairness, and inclusivity. The Mansfield requirements are anchored in the consideration of expanded talent pools considered for select positions and open roles within the law firm and the implementation of and access to transparent processes. Utilizing the Mansfield framework, the firm’s progress and outcomes are measured and documented through Mansfield Certification Plus Metrics. In 2023, GT achieved Mansfield 6.0 Certification Plus. We are excited about our ongoing participation in Mansfield given the program’s alignment with the firm’s commitment to opportunities for advancement that are inclusive for everyone. Providing your data during the application process helps us with achieving our goals and with meeting reporting/record-keeping obligations under federal and state law and other legal requirements. Providing your data is entirely voluntary and will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be treated confidentially.