Legal Billing Specialist

Location: 100% Remote or any Harris Beach Murtha Officein Connecticut (Bantam Hartford New Haven or Stamford) Massachusetts (Boston) or New York (Albany Buffalo Ithaca Long Island New York City Rochester Syracuse or White Plains).Do you have legal billing experience Are you highly detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills Are you excited about the opportunity to join an innovative growing law firm that has been successful for more than 165 yearsHarris Beach Murtha is seeking an experienced Legal Billing Specialist to support the firms attorneys and clients through the timely and accurate preparation processing and management of legal invoices. You will THRIVE in this role if you have:5 years of accounting billing or finance experience in a legal environmentAssociates degree in Business Finance or a related field; bachelors degree preferredThird party vendor electronic billing experience on multiple platforms including split billing multi-payors discounts and alternative fee arrangementsExperience with Aderant Expert Aderant Classic Bill Blast or similar billing platformsAbility to handle complex billing situationsProficient in Microsoft ExcelStrong analytical organizational and problem-solving skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skills with a client service mindsetThe ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines with minimal supervisionThe Legal Billing Specialist plays a key role in the firms financial operations. Do you have the DRIVE and DESIRE to:Distribute and process monthly prebills for assigned billing attorneysPrepare review and finalize client invoices including edits transfers and adjustmentsSubmit electronic invoices and verify the accuracy of supporting billing documentationResolve electronic billing rejections and prepare appealsRespond to client billing inquiriesConduct billing research and provide support for current and historical invoicesMonitor work-in-progress (WIP) and assist attorneys in minimizing unbilled timeMonitor accounts receivable and support collection efforts for assigned attorneysAnalyze accounting and billing discrepancies and reconcile issues accuratelyCollaborate with collections staff to resolve outstanding balances and minimize credit balancesProvide prompt professional responses to billing questions from attorneys and clientsAssist with departmental projects cross-training initiatives and other accounting-related duties as assignedHarris Beach Murtha recognizes everyone has a right to be included. You will be SUCCESSFUL in your career at the firm if you:Exhibit the ability to manage multiple projects independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environmentBelieve in the firms core values: collaboration inclusion ingenuity respect integrity and commitmentEnjoy working with diverse personalities at all levels of the firmExercise sound judgment and maintain a high level of accuracy and confidentialityDemonstrate exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to outstanding client servicePrioritize continuous learning and professional developmentAre comfortable working independently in a hybrid or fully remote environment while remaining a strong team contributorSalary information will vary depending upon relevant experience for the position geographic locations and weekly hours schedule. Albany NY: $35.90 - $46.16/hour (37.5 hours/week)Buffalo Ithaca Rochester (Pittsford) or Syracuse NY: $34.74 - $44.67 (38.75 hours/week)Downstate NY:$43.96 - $54.95/hour (35 hours/week)Boston MA: $43.96 - $54.95/hour (35 hours/week)Harris Beach Murtha is not accepting candidate submissions from recruiting agencies for this Beach Murtha is committed to an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from diverse candidates with varied background and skills including military experience. Harris Beach Murtha Cullina PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.#LI-Hybrid#LI-Remote