BILLING & COLLECTIONS SPECIALIST

McCarter & English, LLP is seeking a Billing & Collections Specialist for our Newark, NJ office. The salary range for this position is $80,000 – $90,000 annually, depending on experience. Candidates who receive an offer of employment will be processed through a background check which will be an individualized assessment based on the applicant’s or employee’s specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job. If you have the appropriate experience, we invite you to consider joining our team. Please send resume and cover letter to the attention of Christine Lydon, Esq. at
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The Billing and Collection Specialist will be responsible for various tasks associated with the Revenue Group. Such tasks include editing proformas, assisting with the various tasks associated with eBilling, following up on Client’s Receivables, and assisting with revenue adjustments.Essential Functions:Process and edit monthly proformas and invoices for assigned PartnersE-mailing of final invoices to clientsContact clients and partners to obtain the necessary information for eBilling set upAssist with Resolving failed /rejected eBilled invoice submissionsSubmit accruals to clientsAssist with obtaining missing case claim/reference numbers for eBilled invoicesAssist with retrieving copies of vendor invoices needed for submission of monthly invoicesProvide collections support to assigned PartnersPrepare various reports for clients and Partners in connection with ARReview client accounts for short pays and process adjustments, as appropriateAdditional Duties:Provide support for all legal billing and collections activitiesSkills: (Equipment/Technical/Managerial Required)3E software preferred.Law firm financial process experience preferredIntermediate Microsoft ExcelProfessionalismAbility to multi-taskStrong communication and teamworkEducation and Training Required:High school diploma preferred, 3-5 years experience in Accounts Receivable and/or Billing, law firm experience a plus.Benefits (if FTE requirements met):Firm-Paid: Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance and short-term (ST) and long-term (LT) disability benefits.Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical/prescription drug coverage (the Firm pays a share of the cost), including a high deductible health plan with an annual Firm health savings account (HSA) contribution.Employee-Paid Voluntary Benefits: Dental and vision coverage, supplemental health plans (accident, cancer and critical illness), flexible spending accounts, optional life and AD&D insurance (supplemental employee, spouse and child) and supplemental STD coverage.Retirement: 401(k) plan offering three types of contributions: pre-tax, Roth and after-tax contributions.Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and leaves of absence to support work-life balance (e.g. parental leave)Additional Benefits:Free and confidential employee assistance program (EAP) and behavioral health services programFirm-paid back-up child/elder care, academic support and pet care programTax-advantaged college savings 529 PlanEmployee discounts through Working AdvantageOther Compensation:Eligibility for discretionary bonus. xzbcwsv McCarter & English, LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.