Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis LLP

We are currently seeking a full-time in-house legal e-billing/conflict assistant to join our Accounting Department in Iselin, NJ. The successful candidate must be familiar with running conflict checks and with billing methods to ensure accuracy of all invoices, as well as be adept at using billing software. This role demands strong analytical abilities, exceptional attention to detail, and excellent communication skills to effectively liaise with attorneys and administrative staff. The Position's Essential Duties and Requirements: You will be responsible for performing daily conflict checks, preparing conflict check reports on new clients or matters to protect against liability and any conflicting interests. Accurately record billable and non-billable hours spent on client cases, ensuring adequate time tracking for accurate invoicing and generating monthly reports. Some of the responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Utilize the firm's conflict checking software to run searches on potential new clients and matters against the existing client database, identifying any potential conflicts of interest. Accurately input client information into the conflict database, including parties involved, relevant legal matters, and associated companies. Conduct additional research using internal and external databases to verify client identities and potential conflicts. Prepare clear and concise conflict check reports detailing any identified conflicts, including potential mitigation strategies, for review by attorneys. - Sort and disseminate billing books and financial reports. - Perform billing edits and create draft bills, then final bills. - Process electronic billing. - Opening new files, rate changes, and conflicts. - Works closely with Account Receivable staff to provide clients, billing attorneys and secretaries with up-to-date and accurate billing and payment information. - Monitor status of billing, i.e., what has been turned in for drafting and finalizing and be responsible for ensuring that assigned billing attorneys and secretaries what still needs to be drafted and billed. - Maintain and update special instructions related to billing attorney’s needs in generating their bills. - Maintain official client billing files and keep filing current. ** Additional Functions:** - Other accounting duties and special projects as assigned. - Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. ** Qualifications/Experience:** - We are looking for at least 3 consecutive years of relevant experience handling conflict check reporting and e-billing, preferably in a law firm or other professional services organization. - Proficiency in performing and processing Conflicts Checks. - High attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage time effectively. - Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications including Outlook. - Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly. - The ability to solve problems as they arise; takes initiative and displays excellent follow-up skills. - Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the organization and collaborate well in a team. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) and professional demeanor. - Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines, effectively prioritize multiple tasks. - Candidate must be a self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision. Education: High School (or equivalent) required. Only qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview. The salary range for this job is $60,000 to $63,000 annually. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law. The work schedule is M-F, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with flexibility for overtime if necessary. A routine background check is required prior to an offer of employment. No phone inquiries. Recruiters' resumes will not be accepted for this position. Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis, LLP is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at the firm are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or genetic information, among other protected bases.