Senior Client Accounting Coordinator – Houston, TX (Hybrid)
Our client, a premier global law firm, is seeking a Senior Client Accounting Coordinator to join its Houston office. This position currently follows a hybrid schedule (2 days in-office, 3 days remote) and plays a key role in providing high-level client account analysis and billing support to partners while coordinating client accounting activity across assigned partners and practice areas.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage multiple complex billing and client analysis projects with precision and efficiency.
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Review outstanding balance reports and proactively address potential issues.
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Prepare bills and related documentation with required backup and internal forms.
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Coordinate client accounting processes to ensure timely billing and follow-up on outstanding balances, partnering with secretaries and other business services professionals.
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Respond promptly to inquiries from clients, attorneys, and firm staff.
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Train, mentor, and assist Client Accounting Assistants and Coordinators; assume leadership responsibilities when the supervisor or manager is absent.
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Identify process improvements and communicate training needs to leadership.
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Maintain accurate and current client and partner files.
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Manage firm resources responsibly and comply with firm policies and procedures.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree required.
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Minimum of five (5) years of legal billing experience, including account analysis functions.
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Proficiency with Aderant, Elite, or 3E billing systems; strong knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook.
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Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a high degree of professionalism and discretion.
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Demonstrated attention to detail, reliability, and teamwork.
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Flexibility to adjust hours as needed to meet business demands.