Billing Coordinator - Toronto, Canada - Fasken

Fasken

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

6 days ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Reporting to the Supervisor, Billing in our Toronto office, the Billing Coordinator is responsible for all phases of client billing for their assigned portfolio of lawyers.

In the role, the successful applicant will be accountable for billing, drafting and finalizing client invoices, billing analysis, and collaboration with their billing peers in order to attain the Firm's billing goals.

Hours of work are from 9 am to 5 pm. Occasional pre-authorized overtime may be required to meet client needs. This role will be hybrid.

At Fasken, success means:

Having a strong client service approach you're ready, willing, and able to put our clients first and exceed their expectations
Caring about one another you possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build harmonious working relationships within your immediate team, across other departments in the firm, and the community
Working collaboratively you're a self starter who values working in a collaborative team based environment
Possessing exceptional communication skills (both verbal and written) when dealing with lawyers, clients, staff and third parties
Approaching your work with agility and the willingness to learn and utilise new technology
Being adaptable to changing priorities in a fastpaced environment while being organized and maintaining accuracy with a high attention to detail
Demonstrating strong research, investigative and problem solving skills with the ability to exercise judgement to resolve issues
Treating sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and diplomacy at all times

Primary Responsibilities:

Preparing and processing all client billings, including:
Processing accounts for final review and e-signature by lawyers
Finalizing and cancelling invoices
Processing partial credit notes and bill cancellations
Preparing and printing to PDF monthly proformas for assigned lawyers
Answering all incoming billing related inquiries from lawyers or assistants
Completing a variety of miscellaneous billing duties including writeoffs and transfers of work in progress (WIP), revaluing WIP due to currency fluctuations, setting up special rates on files and revaluing WIP, and updating timekeeper billing rates and revaluing WIP as necessary
Assisting with the yearend audit as required
Assisting with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Experience

Postsecondary diploma or degree in accounting
General knowledge of basic accounting principles, professional services billing processes, and task code usage
Knowledge of legal and accounting terminology

Diversity and Inclusion
At Fasken we are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive Firm. Our commitment includes ensuring equitable access to employment and equitable opportunities to advance and succeed at the Firm.

Accessibility and Accommodation

Background and Reference Checks

Any offer of employment may be conditional upon references and full background checks including a criminal record check, a credit check, employment and educational verifications.

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