Billing Assistant

Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration.  

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. 

Other key responsibilities include:

• 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

Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:

• 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