Billing Assistant at Jenner & Block in Chicago, IL

Summary: Jenner & Block LLP is a law firm known for its fearless reputation and global reach. The billing assistant is responsible for assisting in the billing process, which includes generating invoices, verifying billing information, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining billing records. Responsibilities: - Identify aging A/R balances for follow up; prepare follow up correspondence - Prepare Reminder Statements to attorneys and mail to clients as requested - Assist with collections process - Assist Billing Coordinators with the creation and distribution of draft invoices for partners and secretaries - Process narrative changes and other billing adjustments for draft invoices - Act as overflow for auditing and posting invoices as needed - Maintain Alt Fee Report and add new client matters on a daily basis - Enter and/or update client rate and discount overrides for new clients as matters are opened and as identified during the monthly billing process - Monitor Fixed Fee report and bring matters over fee cap to Billing Manager’s attention - Prepare audit requests - Create monthly billing reports - Manage monthly scanning of invoice packets - Other pertinent billing duties as requested by Billing Manager Required Qualifications: - 1+ years' experience in a law firm billing department or equivalent experience - High school diploma: undergraduate degree preferred - Excellent communication skills Preferred Qualifications: - Rippe LMSV billing system and direct partner interaction experience a plus Required Skills: Rippe LMSV billing system, Billing process, Invoice generation, Accounts receivable management, Financial reporting Benefits: Competitive total rewards package, Comprehensive health & well-being benefits, 401k profit sharing