About this opportunity
Latham & Watkins lists this Billing Specialist opportunity in los angeles, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About Latham & Watkins
Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.
About the Role
The Specialist is an integral part of Latham’s Global Finance team. This role will be responsible for coordinating the activities of the billing process and performing billing duties with varying levels of complexity, while preparing invoices for finalization in line with internal and external regulations and legislation, including Value‑Added Tax (VAT), Solicitors’ Accounts Rules under the Criminal Finances Act, and applicable money laundering regulations. This role will be located in our New York, Silicon Valley, San Francisco, Los Angeles, San Diego, or Orange County offices. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
Other key responsibilities include:
Preparing and analyzing client billing requests
Creating, editing, and submitting bills in accordance with firm and client requirements, reviewing proformas, handling corrections, and coordinating e ‑ billing
Ensuring successful delivery of invoices and coordinating with revenue and e ‑ billing teams to resolve rejections and reductions
Generating and reviewing proformas from 3E for informational and billing purposes
Utilizing computerized billing and payable software modules to complete billing processes, research issues, and provide information to customers
Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
We’d love to hear from you if you:
Demonstrate the ability to communicate confidently and effectively at all levels within an organization
Possess the ability to manage your workload and prioritize effectively to meet deadlines
Exhibit strong technology skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
And have:
A high school diploma or equivalent
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably
Prior experience in a professional services environment, preferably
Experience using financial systems, preferably
Benefits & Additional Information
Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:
Healthcare, life and disability insurance
A generous 401k plan
At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
Professional development programs
Employee discounts
Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.
Latham & Watkins LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) . Please click the link below to review the Ordinance.
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Pay Range
USD $60,000.00 - USD $85,000.00 /Yr.
Worksite address
los angeles, CA, 90079, US
Who can apply
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