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Pinsent Masons

18d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Legal
  • Leeds

AI generated summary

  • You should have experience with Aderant Expert, adhering to billing procedures, timely dispatch of bills, and compliance with SAR and tax regulations. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential.
  • You will raise bills, ensure compliance with procedures, monitor mailboxes, liaise with lawyers, manage time transfers, support revenue controllers, and produce client reports.

Requirements

  • Raising of bills on Aderant Expert system
  • Ensure the Firm's billing and credit note procedure is strictly adhered to and that all necessary authorities are obtained
  • Ensure bills are dispatched in line with the Firm's Policy within 48 hours
  • Monitoring of the billing team mailboxes and dealing with requests in a timely manner
  • Ensure all recorded time on iTimekeep is captured at time of billing
  • Ensure bills are raised in accordance with client services agreements/ letters of engagements
  • Time and disbursement transfers and write offs
  • Lawyer & PA liaison on Aderant and CD queries
  • Collaboration with other finance teams / intake team to help resolve any billing issues
  • Client and matter financial housekeeping
  • Ensure compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR)
  • Ensure compliance with VAT / local tax regulations in relation to output tax
  • Provide second line support to the Group Revenue Controllers to ensure write offs and any other matter maintenance issues are actioned promptly
  • Provide cover for specific tasks of other team members during periods of absence
  • Production of monthly and quarterly client reports where appropriate
  • Ad hoc responsibilities as designated by Line Manager

Responsibilities

  • Raising of bills on Aderant Expert system
  • Ensure the Firm's billing and credit note procedure is strictly adhered to and that all necessary authorities are obtained
  • Ensure bills are dispatched in line with the Firm's Policy within 48 hours
  • Monitoring of the billing team mailboxes and dealing with requests in a timely manner
  • Ensure all recorded time on iTimekeep is captured at time of billing
  • Ensure bills are raised in accordance with client services agreements/ letters of engagements
  • Time and disbursement transfers and write offs
  • Lawyer & PA liaison on Aderant and CD queries
  • Collaboration with other finance teams / intake team to help resolve any billing issues
  • Client and matter financial housekeeping
  • Ensure compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR)
  • Ensure compliance with VAT / local tax regulations in relation to output tax
  • Provide second line support to the Group Revenue Controllers to ensure write offs and any other matter maintenance issues are actioned promptly
  • Provide cover for specific tasks of other team members during periods of absence
  • Production of monthly and quarterly client reports where appropriate
  • Ad hoc responsibilities as designated by Line Manager

FAQs

What is the duration of the Legal Biller position?

The position is a 12-month fixed-term contract (FTC).

Where is the Legal Biller position located?

The position can be based in any UK office.

What are the standard working hours for this role?

The standard working hours are 9.30am to 5.30pm, but flexible working requests are considered.

What software will I be using for billing?

You will be using the Aderant Expert system for raising bills.

Is previous experience in billing required for this role?

Ideally, candidates should have experience related to billing and the specific tasks mentioned in the job description.

Will I be expected to work on any ad hoc responsibilities?

Yes, you will have ad hoc responsibilities as designated by your Line Manager.

What are some examples of compliance I need to be aware of in this role?

You will need to ensure compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR) and VAT/local tax regulations regarding output tax.

How many interview stages can I expect during the hiring process?

Typically, there are two interview stages for each vacancy.

Are there opportunities to work with other teams?

Yes, collaboration with other finance teams and the intake team to help resolve billing issues is part of the role.

Does the company have an inclusivity policy?

Yes, the company is committed to inclusivity and welcomes flexible working requests. They are recognized as a Disability Confident employer and partner with various diversity initiatives.

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Pinsent Masons

Multinational law firm with offices across the UK, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1796
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Pinsent Masons is a multinational law firm with a reputation for delivering high-quality legal advice rooted in its deep understanding of the sectors and geographies in which our clients operate. Our expertise is recognised globally. In recent years we have achieved more tier 1 rankings in The Legal 500 UK guide than any other firm, and been counted among the most innovative law firms in Europe and Asia Pacific by the Financial Times. With over 1,500 lawyers operating from 27 locations throughout Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa, we are well-placed to advise on complex multi-jurisdictional matters across a full range of legal disciplines. The firm has significant international credentials in the global energy, infrastructure, financial services, real estate and technology, science and industry sectors. Pinsent Masons looks at your business needs differently. This means we don't just apply lawyers to solve clients'​ problems; we deploy a wider range of professional disciplines, enabled by people, process and technology, to deliver a global professional service with law at its core.