Client Accounting Billing Rate Assistant

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About Us

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP (Skadden) has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world by relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity to deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients' legal issues. By relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients' legal issues. We are recognized as a global powerhouse for complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the open, collaborative relationships we build with clients. Our attorneys, who reflect diverse backgrounds and perspectives, collaborate seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world’s major financial centers.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Client Accounting Billing Rates Assistant to join our Firm.  Assists with the implementation and maintenance of the Firm's billing rates, including both the standard rate structure as well as

non-standard billing arrangements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assists with inputting billing rate data into the ADERANT Accounting system with a high degree of accuracy.
• Coordinates with team members to assist with day-to-day operations, including ad-hoc requests, timekeeper and client rate management, and the implementation of non-standard billing arrangements.
• Assists with the preparation of timekeeper charts for use by Firm Management in the periodic review of the standard rate structure, non-standard billing arrangements and client submissions.
• Communicates directly with partners, partner secretaries and others to obtain missing information, clarification of existing information, and other required data prior to assisting with the implementation of special billing arrangements.
• Assists with the preparation and updating of a wide range of documentation relating to the Firm's billing rates.
• Understands and responds to inquiries and requests made by attorneys, clients, secretaries, legal assistants and staff and demonstrates this understanding through the use of effective communication.
• Provides relevant knowledge and support to others in the Firm in a manner that increases the level of understanding of Client Accounting processes (including the ability to formulate strong work team relationships with both the partners and their secretaries.)
• Communicates situations as they evolve that may require supervisor follow-up such as special situations needing management input, difficulty fulfilling attorney requests, or workload situations that may jeopardize meeting department service guidelines and/or partner guidelines. When possible, offers solution options for various situations.
• Actively seeks to enhance knowledge of all Client Accounting procedures and processes.
• Maintains complete and up-to-date files for each non-standard billing arrangement implemented via a rate set.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.
• Manages Firm resources responsibly.
• Complies with and understands Firm operation, policies and procedures.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of relevant firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
• Knowledge of all aspects of the billing rate and billing process
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• Demonstrates close attention to detail
• Ability to work and develop skills independently
• Ability to interpret and follow instructions
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities
• Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to organize and prioritize work
• Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment
• Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team

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

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of one (1) year of general office experience

Culture & Life at Skadden

What makes Skadden special is our people and the culture, community and spirit of collaboration we have created. We believe in teamwork and inspiring each other to be our best in an atmosphere that promotes professio