Billing Assistant

Join a team dedicated to delivering outstanding client service.

Cox & Palmer is a full-service, top-ranked Atlantic Canadian law firm with the knowledge and experience clientsrely upon for solid legal solutions. The firm prides itself on a collegial work atmosphere and supportive team environment.

We hire self-motivated, team-minded individuals with a strong work ethic, integrity and a commitment to client service.

Our firm has an immediate opening for a Billing Assistant in our Moncton office. This position is permanent full-time.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitoring WIP and Trust balances in relation to WIP;
• Sending WIP reports and pulling prebills based on WIP reports;
• Verifying the billing rules for each client;
• Updating client contact information;
• Sending prebills to lawyers for approval;
• Preparing edits on prebills and sending approved prebills for processing;
• Saving final bills to NetDocs and sending to client; and
• Other duties as required.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent technical skills and exceptional attention to detail;
• Ability to adapt to changing needs and to work with minimal supervision;
• Skilled in the use of Outlook, MS Word and MS Excel;
• Flexible and reliable, works well both independently as well as in a team environment;
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines;
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written; and
• Prior legal assistant experience in billing along with familiarity with legal systems and products considered an asset.

Cox & Palmer provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits:

• Base annual salary for this position is $48,000;
• 100% Employer paid premiums for individual or family health and dental benefits;
• Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) program;
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP);
• Health & Wellness programs including customized online resources;
• Personal Spending Allowance (PSA);
• Corporate rates on gym memberships, home/auto insurance, hotel and car rentals;
• “Smart casual” dress policy; and
• Vacation, sick, and personal time allowances.

This position will remain posted until successfully filled. Qualified candidates who are interested in this position should send a covering letter and resume. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.