Immigration Billing Coordinator
Immigration Billing Coordinator
Job Description:
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Compile, review, and process attorney bills on a monthly basis for immigration matters.
- Track proformas to ensure timely and accurate billing submissions.
- Review and edit pre-bills as requested by attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff.
- Monitor aged unbilled inventory and follow up with attorneys to ensure timely billing.
- Apply retainer and on-account funds in accordance with attorney instructions and firm policy.
- Monitor client retainers and coordinate replenishment requests when necessary.
- Process write-offs and billing adjustments in accordance with firm guidelines.
- Handle complex billing arrangements, including flat-fee matters, visa petition billing, split-party billing, and electronic billing submissions.
- Submit invoices electronically and assist with resolving e-billing rejections or discrepancies.
- Review supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance with client billing requirements.
- Research and respond promptly to internal and external billing inquiries.
- Identify, investigate, and correct billing inaccuracies or discrepancies.
- Maintain effective communication with attorneys, paralegals, administrative staff, and clients regarding billing matters and payment status.
- Maintain accurate billing files and ensure billing arrangements and client instructions remain up to date.
- Assist with preparation of client billing reports and account analyses as needed.
- Provide backup support to team members and assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree is preferred, ideally with a concentration in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field. Equivalent work experience will be considered.
- Minimum of 5 years of billing experience in a law firm or professional services environment, preferably supporting an immigration practice group.
- Experience with legal billing systems such as 3E, eHUB, or similar platforms preferred.
- Experience with electronic billing platforms and client billing guidelines preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with a high degree of accuracy.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and follow-up skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
- Knowledge of immigration billing structures, including flat-fee and retainer-based matters, preferred.
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and workflow demands.
- Willingness to work additional hours as required to meet deadlines.