Legal Billing Specialist (TEMP)

JOB SUMMARY: Using the Legal Tracker billing system, the Legal Billing Specialist's primary function is to to pay vendor bills and to set up new firms and new matters.NOTE: This is temporary, full-time position and fully remote. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship or assistance.Key Responsibilities:Coordinate, manage and follow up with Accounts Payable issues including processing bills on a timely and sometimes expedited basisManage departmental billings. Includes bills from law firms and all vendors, process settlement and other check requests, for Securitas USA Legal Department, selected regions, and affiliated companiesCollate and analyze data regarding billing by creating reportsAssist department attorneys and managers with various office tasksDesign, organize, maintain, and update outside counsel list, including updating rates and approved panel membersPrimary liaison with outside billing service and APResolve vendor concernsAssist with special projects as assignedWork with Risk Management Department and insurers regarding deductible matters and documentation, including creating and submitting reconciliation spreadsheetsOpen and close matters on Legal TrackerMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT ENTRYAdditional qualifications may be specified and receive preference, depending upon the nature of the position.Education/Experience:High School Diploma or GED 5 - 7 years related billing experienceExperience with Legal Tracker legal billing softwareKnowledge of financial programsExperience with Oracle ERP preferredCompetencies (as demonstrated through experience, training, and/or testing):Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Legal TrackerAbility to work independently and efficiently under multiple deadlinesStrong organizational skillsSolid written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsAttention to detailWorking Conditions and Physical/Mental DemandsWith or without reasonable accommodation, a candidate must have the physical and mental capacity to effectively perform all essential functions described. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:Maintaining composure in dealing with executives, clients, prospects, and staff, in group settings and in situations requiring high performance and results.Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential informationMust undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks, controlled substance testing, and behavioral selection surveyWork is performed in a fully remote settingSecuritas is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.Originally posted on Himalayas

JOB SUMMARY: Using the Legal Tracker billing system, the Legal Billing Specialist's primary function is to to pay vendor bills and to set up new firms and new matters.NOTE: This is temporary, full-time position and fully remote. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship or assistance.Key Responsibilities:Coordinate, manage and follow up with Accounts Payable issues including processing bills on a timely and sometimes expedited basisManage departmental billings. Includes bills from law firms and all vendors, process settlement and other check requests, for Securitas USA Legal Department, selected regions, and affiliated companiesCollate and analyze data regarding billing by creating reportsAssist department attorneys and managers with various office tasksDesign, organize, maintain, and update outside counsel list, including updating rates and approved panel membersPrimary liaison with outside billing service and APResolve vendor concernsAssist with special projects as assignedWork with Risk Management Department and insurers regarding deductible matters and documentation, including creating and submitting reconciliation spreadsheetsOpen and close matters on Legal TrackerMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT ENTRYAdditional qualifications may be specified and receive preference, depending upon the nature of the position.Education/Experience:High School Diploma or GED 5 - 7 years related billing experienceExperience with Legal Tracker legal billing softwareKnowledge of financial programsExperience with Oracle ERP preferredCompetencies (as demonstrated through experience, training, and/or testing):Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Legal TrackerAbility to work independently and efficiently under multiple deadlinesStrong organizational skillsSolid written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsAttention to detailWorking Conditions and Physical/Mental DemandsWith or without reasonable accommodation, a candidate must have the physical and mental capacity to effectively perform all essential functions described. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:Maintaining composure in dealing with executives, clients, prospects, and staff, in group settings and in situations requiring high performance and results.Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential informationMust undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks, controlled substance testing, and behavioral selection surveyWork is performed in a fully remote settingSecuritas is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.Originally posted on Himalayas