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Kay Search Group · 4 hours ago

Client Accountant & Billing Manager (Global Law Firm)

DC-Baltimore Area

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$200K/yr - $200K/yr

7+ years exp

Kay Search Group is seeking a Client Accountant & Billing Manager for a top global law firm. This strategic role involves overseeing the billing and collections process, collaborating with partners and finance leadership to enhance client relationships and financial performance.

Staffing & Recruiting

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee the complete billing and collections lifecycle for assigned practice groups, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing

Monitor monthly aging reports and direct follow-up on outstanding receivables, escalating delays to partners when needed

Conduct regular audits of invoices to identify errors, workflow issues, and training opportunities

Ensure teams maintain up-to-date documentation of partner preferences, client billing requirements, and fee arrangements

Analyze billing and AR trends, preparing monthly reports, revenue projections, and updates for senior management

Collaborate with Finance teams—including Pricing, Client Reporting, and eBilling—to ensure compliance with client guidelines and accurate submissions

Manage, mentor, and train team members while ensuring adequate coverage during peak billing periods and driving process improvements across the revenue lifecycle

Qualification

BillingCollectionsRevenue operationsManagement experienceAderantExcelAttention to detailCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsRelationship-building skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field

7+ years of billing, revenue operations, or client accounting experience within a law firm or professional services environment

3+ years of management experience leading billing or revenue teams

Strong expertise in billing, collections, AR processes, and outside counsel billing guidelines

Proven ability to implement operational improvements and optimize financial workflows

Proficiency in Excel and Word

Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to work with attorneys and senior leadership