Reputable Law Firm - Legal Billing and Collections Manager - Oakland, CA

Company: Gava Talent Solutions
Location: Oakland
Posted on: May 11, 2022

Job Description:

Our client is a well-established and reputable law firm located in Oakland, CA. We are seeking a Billing and Collections Manager to collaborate with the Director of Finance to produce and oversee prompt and efficient billing processes to clients monthly. This role supervises and communicates with Billing Specialists (4) and maintains high client relationships on billing and collections. Competitive base salary excellent benefits . ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Managing the Firm---s Billing Team, and ensuring the accurate and timely invoicing of clients Monitoring the Firm---s Account Receivable, and setting payment Collections targets Preparing all necessary monthly reports regarding Billing, AR, and Collections Collaborating with the Conflicts & Intake Dept on New Client and Matter set-up; Ensure Client/Matter maintenance in compliance with Client Billing Guidelines Developing and maintaining billing templates for client invoices for billing systems Calculating automatic and potential CPI increases outlined in existing contracts Collaborate with Principals and Billing team ensure billing rates changes are reflected timely and accurately Mentoring and Training of Billing team members Interacting with and responding timely to Principals, Attorneys, and Secretaries on all billing inquires and rate approvals Overseeing Billing, AR and Collections processes and procedures, and implement any necessary changes that will enhance production Conducting weekly meetings with the Billing Group to improve process efficiencies, promote communication among group members, and resolve questions Confirming Trust balances before transferring to general ledger Monitoring unapplied cash balances and work with billing staff and attorneys to apply QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum 3 years of progressively responsible work experience as a billing/accounting department manager in a law firm required Bachelor---s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting preferred Effective leader, capable of managing and motivating direct reports Excellent Analytical skills and an eye for detail Experience with legal billing software preferably from a mid to large law firm; Must have strong technology skills including MS Office Suite and the ability to leverage technology. Experience with Surepoint software, and e-billing system is a plus Demonstrated ability to maintain high ethical standards and strict confidentiality Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints and within budget Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office

Keywords: Gava Talent Solutions, Oakland , Reputable Law Firm - Legal Billing and Collections Manager - Oakland, CA, Legal , Oakland, California