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Brodies LLP is a prominent UK law firm headquartered in Scotland, that provides expert advice to UK and international clients.
We have the capability and expertise to deliver mandates with global reach, uniting specialist perspectives from across our firm to offer bespoke legal solutions and advice, resulting in impactful outcomes for our clients.
With offices in London and throughout Scotland, we are dedicated to driving innovation in the legal sector, leveraging new technologies and forward-thinking strategies to deliver exceptional value and efficiency for our clients.
Our contract with our people underlines our commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, prioritising the wellbeing and development of our colleagues to ensure they thrive both personally and professionally.
We are also deeply committed to making a positive impact in the communities in which we live and work. Through our pro bono work, charitable activities, and initiatives that promote diversity and inclusion, we strive to contribute meaningfully to society.
JOB TITLE
Senior Biller
REPORTING TO
Billing Coordinator and ultimately Head of Working Capital Management
JOB PURPOSE
This role is to work as senior member of the billing team. The candidate will work closely with the Billing Coordinator to help oversee the day-to-day operations and running of the billing team and to ensure that the billing objectives set for the team are met. They will support the billing team to ensure they provide an efficient and effective service. The candidate will be expected to take a pro‑active approach to the billing process and be able to apply their knowledge in all aspects of the billing processes, particularly to the more complex billing demands. The role requires someone with excellent communication skills as they will be expected to provide guidance and support to the billing team on all compliance regulatory requirements and billing demands. Preferably the candidate should also have some legal billing experience. The role requires the candidate to be in the office on a regular basis as appropriate and helping to run a large team of colleagues.
CORE TASKS
* Support the Billing Coordinator.
* Dealing and understanding the requirements of all aspects of the billing process.
* Assist in the training and development of other team members.
* Ensure that the workload is actioned and distributed evenly within the billing team.
* Assist and understand what is required to accommodate the more complex billing requests.
* Monitor instructions, tracking client activity and billing requirements.
* Utilise systems to ensure the most efficient billing process.
* Oversee all VAT Regulations and Compliance procedures are followed.
* Liaise with the wider working capital team on revisions or amendment for invoice payments.
* Raise credit notes where appropriate.
* Writing off irrecoverable WIP when required.
* Support other team members to get things resolved where necessary and within the required timescale.
* Deputise for the Billing Coordinator in their absence as and when required.
* Be aware of Brodies information security policies and protect information assets from unauthorised access, disclosure, modification, destruction, or interference at all times.
PERSON SPECIFICATION/SKILLS
* Previous experience in a similar role.
* Adopt a flexible proactive approach to work duties.
* Good communication skills both written and verbal.
* Works as part of a team to provide an effective service.
* Excellent organisational skills and can prioritise time effectively to achieve deadlines.
* Confident making decisions.
* A clear understanding of all appropriate Regulators such as the Law Society of Scotland Accounting Rules and the SRA.
* Knowledge of VAT compliance.
* Competence with all IT applications and seeks out to enhance the process at all levels.
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