Temporary Billing Services Representative

Temporary Billing Services RepresentativeWilson Sonsini is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and other growth enterprises worldwide. We represent companies at every stage of development, from entrepreneurial start-ups to multibillion-dollar global corporations, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance and advise them. The firm has approximately 1,100 attorneys in 17 offices: 13 in the U.S., two in China, and two in Europe. Our broad spectrum of practices and entrepreneurial spirit allow exceptional opportunities for professional achievement and career growth.The firm is seeking a Temporary Billing Services Representative to join our growing Client Accounting team for approximately 6 months. The primary function of the role is to prepare and edit prebills and generate client invoices for assigned attorneys.This temporary role is available for a hybrid work schedule in any of our U.S. offices.Responsibilities:Coordinate and maintain billing portfolios for assigned Billing AttorneysReview time entries to ensure proper matter coding, billing rates and compliance with attorney/client/e-billing guidelinesFollow up with attorneys and/or secretaries to ensure timely return of prebillsProcess all prebill revisions, including edit, transfer and write-off of time, and ensure timely and accurate preparation of client invoicesApplication of internal policies and procedures related to billing adjustments and other special billing requirementsDistribute invoices to clients via mail, email or e-billing, as requiredMonthly review and follow-up on WIP aging to ensure that matters on hold are clearly noted and are billed as soon as possible once completedMonthly review of Unapplied and Retainer accounts and timely application of same to client invoicesMaintain record of special billing instructions for attorneys and clientsRespond to attorney and client billing requests and inquiriesSpecial projects as requiredQualifications:Billing or accounting experience preferredBachelor's degree or equivalent experienceProficient in Outlook, Excel and WordLaw Firm experience and proficiency in Aderant or other legal billing software is a plusUnderstanding of electronic billing a plusStrong analytical skills; ability to assess information, anticipate issues and outcomes and to make effective decisionsStrong written and verbal communication skills; ability to exchange information and to present ideas, report facts and other information clearly and conciselyAbility to organize time, prioritize workload effectively, and work independentlyTeam playerCustomer service focusedThe primary location for this job posting is in Palo Alto, but other locations may be listed. The actual base pay offered will depend upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to the selected candidate's qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, professional certifications and licenses, and work location. The anticipated pay range for this position is as follows: Palo Alto, New York, San Francisco: $29.83 - $40.36 per hour. San Diego, Seattle, Washington, D.C.: $26.97 - $36.49 per hour.Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).