CMS UK · 17 hours ago
Biller - Sheffield
Sheffield, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry LevelCMS UK is looking for a Biller to join their Billing, Finance & Accounting team in Sheffield. This role involves processing bills, ensuring compliance with guidelines, and collaborating with various teams to resolve billing queries.
Law Practice
Hiring Manager
Christie Matthews Assoc CIPD
Responsibilities
Timely processing of bills based on proforma instructions within agreed SLAs
Ensure compliance with client guidelines, terms and conditions / ensuring compliance with the firms agreed billing processes and procedures throughout
Check VAT and numerical calculations on bills, and compliance to VAT and Solicitors Accounts Rules
Generate draft bills when required based on proforma instructions from stakeholders
Forward draft bills to reviewers and editors as required and deal with all necessary amendments/corrections
Edit narratives, transfer costs and fees, write offs and other changes required to create a draft or final bill
Review time narratives for accuracy of recording, identify and correct typos etc
Prepare narratives and breakdowns as required
Work closely with the Working Capital teams to ensure billing guidelines are followed and all queries are dealt with promptly
Work with the Matter Administration and Risk teams to clear any blocks preventing billing
Liaise with the eBilling team to share billing guidelines and portal requirements if required
Deal with volume/bulk proforma edits via 3e workflow
Generate Credit Notes based on re-issue instructions via workflow adhering to our strict guidelines
Scheduled proforma generation as required
Process ad-hoc proforma requests within the agreed service level
Liaise with stakeholders to resolve queries effectively
Qualification
Required
Timely processing of bills based on proforma instructions within agreed SLAs
Ensure compliance with client guidelines, terms and conditions / ensuring compliance with the firms agreed billing processes and procedures throughout
Check VAT and numerical calculations on bills, and compliance to VAT and Solicitors Accounts Rules
Generate draft bills when required based on proforma instructions from stakeholders
Forward draft bills to reviewers and editors as required and deal with all necessary amendments/corrections
Edit narratives, transfer costs and fees, write offs and other changes required to create a draft or final bill
Review time narratives for accuracy of recording, identify and correct typos etc
Prepare narratives and breakdowns as required
Work closely with the Working Capital teams to ensure billing guidelines are followed and all queries are dealt with promptly
Work with the Matter Administration and Risk teams to clear any blocks preventing billing
Liaise with the eBilling team to share billing guidelines and portal requirements if required
Deal with volume/bulk proforma edits via 3e workflow
Generate Credit Notes based on re-issue instructions via workflow adhering to our strict guidelines
Scheduled proforma generation as required
Process ad-hoc proforma requests within the agreed service level
Liaise with stakeholders to resolve queries effectively
Works to given timeframes and anticipates likely workflows
Consistently produces accurate work, exceptional attention to detail
Good written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate at all levels, confident, professional telephone manner
Willing to do routine tasks
Self-motivated, proactive and ability to prioritise and manage own workload
Able to use initiative, but also work well within a team
Proficient in MS Excel and Word
Responsible for managing own development and willing to learn
Analytical skills to resolve queries
Shows flexibility in approach
Strong numeracy and literacy skills
Strong grounding in Word and Excel
GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths, strong academic credentials
Preferred
Billing Experience preferable
Knowledge of a legal billing system preferred - Elite 3e/Enterprise desirable
Experience in a partnership or professional services environment with a finance background
Benefits
Competitive basic salary (reviewed annually)
Flexible, hybrid working policy
Generous bonus scheme
Up to 25 days holiday (rising to 28 days with service)
Holiday exchange scheme
Private medical insurance
Enhanced parental leave
Reasonable adjustments and accommodation for disabled talent in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Company
CMS UK
CMS is a Future Facing organisation of independent law firms.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jorge Allende
Partner
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