Job Description

  DEPARTMENT: Finance

SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday,  9:30AM to 5:30PM (Full-Time/Non-Exempt)  

SUPERVISOR: Chief Financial Officer and Billing Manager

LOCATION: New York or Century City

SUMMARY

Founded more than 40 years ago as a boutique law firm servicing the entertainment and arts communities, Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz provides the highest quality legal services to clients in a wide range of industries and disciplines worldwide. With leading practices in entertainment, advertising, intellectual property, technology, litigation, corporate & finance, estate planning, charitable organizations, professional responsibility and other areas. Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz has offices in Los Angeles and New York City.

We are seeking a Billing Coordinator, with at least 5 years of related experience in law firms to join either our New York City or Century City/Los Angeles office. The Ideal candidate will have previous experience working in the legal field and have demonstrated proficiency utilizing our Firm’s applications. 

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS

• Preparation of complex clients' billing from pre-bills thru final invoices, including editing utilizing Aderant Expert.
• Electronic billing through various outside third-party programs (CounselLink, Legal Tracker, CounselGo, Collaboration and others).
• Handling any and all billing aspects, from editing to creating bills.
• Set up and update clients, matters and timekeepers in systems.
• Process various time and costs charges.
• Provide various ad-hoc financial information to partners, clients and within the department.
• Participate in the monthly closings and reporting, as required.
• Various other financial and office functions.
• Assist with special projects as needed.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned.

SPECIFIC SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Able to adhere to strict deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to effectively interact and communicate with attorneys, secretaries, and clients.
• Ability to handle a high volume of bills per month.
• Strong verbal and communication skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to all situations and work varied hours; possibly work weekends or evenings.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a law firm required.
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficiency with Aderant Expert Time, Chrome River and ADP preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds at times.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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_The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements. The duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. _

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_Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz is committed to providing a diverse work environment free from harassment and discrimination, in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The Firm is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting the most qualified employees and providing them with equal opportunity for advancement in all aspects of employment. All human resources actions are administered in a manner which will not discriminate against any persons on the basis of age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran status, or any other characteristic or trait protected by Federal, State or local law. The Firm prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment. Further, it is our policy to provide reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities who request such accommodation, consistent with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. _ _Please submit your resume and cover letter to apply for this position. Address your cover letter to Oris Diaz, Director of Human Resources. _