Who We Are :
Aird & Berlis LLP is a prominent Canadian business law firm located in the heart of Toronto’s and Vancouver’s financial districts. With over lawyers, business advisors and patent agents, we serve clients across Canada and globally.
What We Believe In :
The firm is committed to ensuring that all members of the Aird & Berlis LLP community feel valued, respected and supported. We are a dedicated group of diverse individuals who care about each other, the work we produce and the client service we provide. We go to great lengths to foster a professional, supportive environment for all firm members so you can focus on the important things : client service, your career and your life.
What We Are Looking For :
Aird & Berlis LLP has an open vacancy for a detail-oriented, self-motivated Billing Coordinator to join our fast-paced billing team. Reporting to the Billing Manager, the Billing Coordinator is responsible for managing the full billing cycle, from pre-bill generation through to the issuance of client invoices, in accordance with Firm policies and procedures. This role delivers timely, high-quality billing support to both internal and external clients.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, and possesses strong customer service skills. They are able to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Responsibilities :
- Working closely with partners and legal assistants to prepare, review, and finalize client invoices using Aderant billing software, ensuring accuracy and adherence to firm policies and client requirements
- Coordinate with partners and legal assistants to resolve billing discrepancies, obtain approvals, and ensure accurate time and disbursement entries
- Generate and review prebills, identifying and correcting errors, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal and external billing standards prior to final posting
- Monitor billing cycles and proactively follow up with lawyers and legal assistants to ensure billing progress remains on track and invoices are issued accurately, timely, and consistently
- Process billing adjustments, including write-offs, discounts, premiums, reversals, trust applications, and revaluations, as required
- Manage billing workflows, including task assignments, approval processes, and the progression of prebills through various status stages
- Maintain accurate and well-organized billing records and supporting documentation
- Respond to internal billing inquiries in a professional, timely, and service-oriented manner
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and support enhancements to billing practices and procedures
- Produce the highest quality of work
- Accountable for all work assigned
- Takes initiative
- Confidential
Requirements :
Minimum of 3 years related experience in a professional services or law firm environmentSuccessful completion of post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration. Alternatively, an equivalent combination of education and professional experienceHandle time pressure situations and stress of multiple demandsSkills :
Strong understanding of legal billing practices, timekeeping systems, and client compliance guidelinesProven client-service focus with a high standard of professionalism and responsivenessDemonstrates judgement and discretion in managing confidential mattersMicrosoft Suite of ApplicationsKnowledge of Aderant or 3E is considered a strong assetExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to problem solveGood judgement and decision makingOrganizedResourcefulDetailedCompensation :
The salary range for this position is $60,-$70, annually; the base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal and market equity.
Why You Should Apply :
Opportunities for growth and on the job training and developmentCompetitive compensation and benefits packageWe pride ourselves on being a mid-sized firm with a family feelActive involvement in our community with opportunities to volunteerMentor programWellness programsAny offer of employment will be conditional upon a criminal background check.
We will review applications as they are received and all applications will be kept on file. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.