Senior Billing Accounting Specialist

OverviewWR Immigration is a global immigration firm known worldwide for its innovation, technology, high touch legal services, and flawless execution. With nine offices in four time zones, the firm provides corporate global visa services in over 100 countries. WR is one of the fastest growing immigration service providers worldwide with over 40 attorneys and 150 immigration professionals working out of offices in Boston, Denver, Los Angeles, New York, Oakland, San Diego, San Francisco, Santa Monica, and Shanghai.The Senior Billing Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate billing records, processing deposits, performing reconciliations, and support tracking of billing activity across our firm. This role works alongside other accountants under the supervision of the Financial Controller, and is a critical part of the operational and financial success of the firm. We are looking to add a Staff Accountant - Accounts Payable to our headquarters in Santa Monica. This is a full-time, hybrid position that requires approximately 1-2 days of in-office presence.ResponsibilitiesPrepare and issue accurate client invoices in a timely manner, in accordance with firm policies and client agreementsManage the accounts receivable process, including tracking payments, following up on outstanding balances, and resolving billing discrepanciesMaintain accurate financial records and ensure data integrity across billing and accounting systemsLeverage advanced Microsoft Excel skills to organize, analyze, and report on financial data (e.g., using formulas, pivot tables, charts)Collaborate with attorneys and administrative staff to ensure accurate client billing and proper allocation of legal fees and costsReconcile billing and payment records regularly to ensure up-to-date financial reportingAssist with month-end and year-end financial closing processesGenerate regular financial reports to support budgeting, forecasting, and management decision-makingCommunicate effectively with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders to address billing questions and financial mattersSupport compliance with legal and regulatory financial requirements, including document retention and audit preparationAdditional projects and tasks as assignedQualificationsBachelor’s degree required; major in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration preferred5+ years of experience in full cycle accountingSolid understanding of bookkeeping principlesExcellent verbal and written communication skillsProven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial recordsData entry skills, specifically when dealing with numbersHands-on experience with spreadsheets and Sales Force, NetSuite, or FinancialForceProficiency in English and in MS OfficeHigh degree of accuracy and attention to detailCompensationSalary may vary based on location and experience. The anticipated salary range for this position is $75,000 to $90,000. Location-specific examples include: Los Angeles, CA $50,000.00-$240,000.00; Santa Monica, CA $52,000.00-$78,000.00; Hawthorne, CA $80,000.00-$115,000.00; Universal City, CA $65,000.00-$80,000.00; Los Angeles, CA $100,000.00-$145,000.00; Santa Monica, CA $23.00-$27.00; Los Angeles Metropolitan Area $24.00-$30.00; Torrance, CA $68,640.00-$70,mitment to InclusionDiversity inspires excellence. WR Immigration is committed to creating, fostering, and preserving an inclusive environment. We support our team members from all nations and backgrounds to achieve their goals and build a life of their dreams. We recognize that our team members bring different talents, skills, and experiences, and their contributions are valuable for our clients and our firm. We believe that it is our responsibility to create an inclusive and respectful workplace that inspires excellence and compassion both internally within WR and externally in our service to clients.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionAccounting/Auditing and FinanceIndustriesLaw PracticeWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-08