On behalf of our legal client, we are seeking a dynamic and detailed Billing Clerk for their fast-paced and growing Accounting Team of 8. Reporting to the Controller, this position offers an opportunity to work with a professional, vibrant and team-oriented group of people. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
Responsibilities of the Role: - Coordinate time entry and billing process for lawyers and paralegals
- Prepare and review prebills as per schedule required and in accordance with client guidelines and firm standards
- Prepare invoices
- Apply retainer funds as directed by lawyers
- Process write-offs following firm policy
- Prepare various reports related to time entries, billing, receivables, etc. as required
- Research and respond to inquiries regarding billing discrepancies and problems, ensuring that they are resolved in a timely manner
- Upload time and costs daily
- Maintain up-to-date exception rates report
- Provide additional accounting support as required
What YOU Bring to the Role: - In progress or completion of an accredited accounting program
- 2+ years of experience in a clerical/administrative role in a professional services environment
- Advanced technical skills including Outlook, MS Word, and MS Excel
- Experience with Elite or equivalent accounting software experience a plus
- Aptitude for working with numbers and technology
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to juggle multiple tasks and prioritize workload in a fast-paced and time sensitive environment
- Ability to handle a high volume of bills per month
- Ability to anticipate work needs and follow through with minimum direction, follow up on own initiative
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with lawyers, paralegals, and legal assistants
- Calm and don't get flustered easily
- Personable, helpful, and incredibly organized and enjoy collaborating across teams
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all clients and firm and billing matters
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Compensation & Benefits: $52-60K + RRSP Plan - Competitive salary with annual reviews
- Extended health and dental coverage
- Employee and family assistance program
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Paid or banked overtime
- Vacation time, sick time and personal time allotment
- Continuing education/tuition allowance
- Group RRSP plan with matched contributions
- Robust health and wellness program
- Fitness program annual subsidy
- Sports teams
- Recognition of service milestones
- Personal days to help balance outside commitments
- Firm social events
- Casual day every Friday
**Please note as this is an on-site position, double vaccination is required**
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