Senior Billing Specialist

OverviewSenior Billing Specialist role at McDermott Will & Schulte. McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm with more than 1,750 lawyers and 3,200 business professionals. The firm is recognized for excellence, collaboration, and community and has been certified by Great Place to Work. The role leads the full billing cycle for assigned attorneys, prepares and presents complex billing reports, and ensures timely posting of bills.With us, you’ll find a culture that prioritizes belonging and authentic collaboration, with emphasis on work-life balance and comprehensive professional development and wellness programs.ResponsibilitiesManage edits and transfers to pre-bills as directed by billing attorneys, adhering to departmental and Firm standardsReview prebills to identify and rectify misallocated/erroneous time and disbursements, ensuring client guideline complianceVerify and apply client-specific rate accommodationsGenerate bills, reprint corrected pre-bills, and compose cover letters as neededCommunicate with billing attorneys to track deadlines and provide status updates on pre-bills and prepared billsPost bills with attorney approval within billing deadlinesCollaborate with the e-billing team to ensure accurate electronic submission and approval of client billsMonitor client accounts for delinquent payments and notify billing attorneys as directedConduct detailed research and reconciliation of client accounts, payments, and unapplied cash as requiredPrepare and send reminder statements as directed by billing attorneysAddress and escalate complex billing issues (rate discrepancies, timekeeper approvals, billing delays) to appropriate teams for resolutionCultivate professional relationships with clients to enhance billing efficiency and accuracySuggest and implement enhancements to billing processes to improve efficiency and accuracyProvide assistance to the Client Accounting Manager with reporting and other projects as neededQualificationsHigh School DiplomaAt least five (5) years of relevant experienceKnowledge of basic accounting principlesAdvanced knowledge of standard billing processes and proceduresAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word)Advanced written and verbal communication skillsStrong organizational and customer service skillsAdvanced analytical skillsAbility to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilitiesAbility to work independently and take initiativeJob SpecificationsHybrid work arrangement (JL1)Base salary range: $77,000 – $118,000; compensation may vary by location and experienceTotal rewards include discretionary bonuses and comprehensive benefitsPhysical Demands And Work EnvironmentThe physical demands and work environment described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.While performing duties, the employee sits, uses hands, reaches with hands and arms, stoops, talks, and hearsOccasional lifting up to 20 poundsTypical indoor office environmentEmployment TypeFull-timeJob FunctionAccounting/Auditing and FinanceIndustries: Law PracticeWe encourage you to apply and join an organization that emphasizes belonging and development. This posting includes standard notices and a summary of the role as described by the employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-18