Analyst, eBilling Rates

Paul Hastings is a leading international law firm that provides innovative legal solutions to many of the world's top financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies. With a strong presence throughout Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the U.S., we have the global reach and extensive capabilities to provide personalized service wherever our clients' needs take us. As one of the world's leading law firms, we seek dynamic individuals who share our commitment to service, innovation, and professional growth.

We have an opening for an Analyst, eBilling Rates.

In this capacity, the Analyst, eBilling Rates will:

• Monitor and research status of eBills submitted as related to rates, identify issue and works with colleagues to address rejections and reductions as they arise; update administrative application with current status;
• Coordinate with colleagues and client to resolve unsuccessful electronic vendor rate submissions and collaborates with pricing team to address and resubmit rates as appropriate to eBilling vendors;
• Review Client guidelines against finance application to ensure billing instructions are current and adhere to client and attorney protocol;
• Provide overflow support to billing team members to assist with timekeeper rate submission, rate rejections via eBilling vendors;
• Assist with proposing all new onboarded eBilling clients to electronic billing vendors; knowledge of various LEDES template formats, and can assist billers with navigating the various eBilling vendor sites;
• Analyze historical billing data, client financials, and rate submissions to comply with client engagement and rate agreements;
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations to support pricing recommendations and strategic decisions;
• Monitor pricing effectiveness and make recommendations for adjustments based on performance metrics;
• Partner with finance, billing, pricing and eBilling to ensure pricing strategies are integrated into the firm's overall financial goals;
• Provide training and support to attorneys and staff on pricing strategies and tools;
• Ensure pricing practices comply with relevant regulations and internal policies;
• Stay current with industry best practices and emerging trends in legal pricing;
• Works overtime as required, in particular at month end and year end; and
• Handles additional billing projects as assigned.

Proficiencies:

• Knowledge of various eBilling vendors (e.g., Legal Tracker, T360, Collaborati);
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and methods;
• Proficiency in windows and web-based accounting programs (3E preferred);
• Proficiency in Excel;
• Fundamental proficiency in Word and Outlook;
• Organized, professional, analytical and capable of solving problems;
• Advanced financial analysis skills, including the ability to prepare concise reports to assist firm management in assessing the effectiveness and financial impact of pricing proposals and matter debriefs;
• Advanced knowledge of mathematical and basic statistical concepts, including fractions, percentages, and ratios, and the ability to apply this knowledge to large volumes of data to reach meaningful conclusions;
• Advanced organizational skills, including the ability to maintain and track large volumes of data, prioritize workload, coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and adapt to change;
• High level of attention to detail;
• Ability to learn, leverage, and use additional programs, including budgeting and financial management software;
• Ability to work independently and be proactive; and
• Proven success working in teams, both virtually and in person.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in accounting or related field (preferred);
• At least 4 years of general accounting experience (required);
• At least 4 years of legal eBilling experience (preferred);
• At least 4 years of law firm experience (preferred); and
• At least 3 years' experience with pricing of legal services preferred, including a strong working knowledge of non-hourly pricing models (preferred).

Employees will be provided with an excellent career opportunity in a collaborative environment, in addition to a generous total compensation package with the opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability.

The salary wage range that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $90,200 and a maximum of $115,200 annually. The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.

Eligible employees can participate in the Firm's comprehensive benefits program, which include the following:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Voluntary 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing
• 10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO Program
• Family Support including Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Breast Milk Shipping, Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and Tutoring
• Wellbeing programs (Employee Assistance Program, Relationship Support, Mental Health and Well-Being Events)
• Retirement Plan Consulting
• Anniversary Bonus Program
• Professional Development Programs
• Transportation and Commuter Benefits
• International Travel Insurance
• Auto/Home/Pet Insurance
• Prepaid Legal Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• And More!

The Firm has a range of diversity initiatives including our Paul Hastings Affinity Networks (PHANs), Women's Initiative, and PH Balanced. These initiatives provide a firmwide forum to share experiences, as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm more inclusive. Learn more about our Global Diversity, Inclusion and Wellness Initiatives here.

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