The Billing Assistant is an integral part of Latham’s Billing team. This role will be responsible for supporting the Revenue Business Partners and Billing Coordinators in all aspects of the billing process, while performing finalisation of invoices in line with internal and external regulation and legislation, including Value-AddedTax (VAT), Criminal Finances Act Solicitor’s Accounts Rules, and Money Laundering regulations. This role will be located in our Manchester office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities & Qualifications:- Processing of Work-in-Progress (WIP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) write offs as appropriate
- Applying Billed On Account balances as requested
- Supporting the Manager, Revenue Business Partners, Billing Coordinators, and E-Billing Coordinators with ad hoc requests
- Processing time/costs transfers and narrative edits to timecards as required
- Liaising with Billing Coordinators to ensure all invoices are generated and queries are responded to in a timely manner
We’d love to hear from you if you:
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate confidently and effectively at all levels within an organisation
- Possess the ability to manage own workload, and prioritise in order to meet deadlines
- Display the ability to work under pressure
And have:
- A high school diploma, A-Level graduate, or equivalent
- Prior work experience in a professional services environment, preferably
- Experience in using financial systems, preferably
- Health insurance as well as group income protection and life assurance
- A pension plan
- Wellness programs
- Employee discounts
- And more!
Additionally, we have a range of programming including Global Affinity Groups, which are open to all. These groups provide a firmwide platform to share experiences and advice as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm even better.
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), colour, 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. #EntryLevel #LI-EH1
