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Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates · 3 days ago

Senior Client Accounting Coordinator

Houston, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$95K/yr - $110K/yr

5+ years exp

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP is one of the most prestigious law firms in the world, known for delivering high-quality legal advice and solutions. The Senior Client Accounting Coordinator will provide client account analysis and billing support, coordinating client accounting activities for assigned partners and practice areas.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Handling multiple complex billing and client analysis projects

Reviewing outstanding balance reports and being proactive about trouble spots

Preparing bills and internal forms including appropriate back-up required to process requests

Implementing Client Accounting procedures, processes, and goals by coordinating work effort including timely preparation of client bills and following up on outstanding balances with secretarial and other Firm business services professionals

Understanding and responding to inquiries and requests made by clients, attorneys, and business services professionals

Providing relevant information, guidance, and support to others in the Firm

Formulating strong work team relationships, both internally and externally

Working with supervisor(s) to coordinate departmental workflow, provide solutions to problems and develop creative approaches to accomplishing departmental goals

Communicating issues and escalating as needed

Identifying and communicating to supervisor training and coaching needs of department business services professionals

Training, mentoring, and assisting Client Accounting Assistants and Coordinators as needed

Assuming a leadership role when supervisor/manager is absent

Maintaining complete and up-to-date files for each partner and/or client

Actively seeking to enhance knowledge of all Client Accounting procedures and processes

Demonstrating effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others

Managing Firm resources responsibly

Complying with and understanding Firm operation, policies, and procedures

Performing other related duties as assigned

Qualification

AderantExcelLegal billing experienceAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsAttention to detailTeamwork

Required

Knowledge of relevant Firm computer software programs (e.g., Aderant, Outlook, Excel, Word), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems

Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing

Ability to organize and prioritize work

Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and planning skills

Demonstrates close attention to detail

Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities

Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality

Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment

Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team

Ability to use discretion and exercise independent and sound judgment

Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs

Bachelor's degree

Minimum five (5) years legal billing work experience including account analysis related functions

Aderant, Elite or 3E experience

Benefits

Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses.

Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits.

Generous paid time off.

Paid leave options, including parental.

In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.

Robust well-being classes and programs.

Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.

Company

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates

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Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates delivers the highest quality advice and novel solutions to legal challenges, enabling clients to achieve their business goals.

Founded in 1948

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees