Tax Senior Associate
Gpac, Spokane, WA, United States
Overview
Senior database administrator • Spokane, WA Last updated: 8 hours ago Location: This position can sit in our Los Angeles, Palo Alto, Phoenix, San Diego, San Francisco, or Seattle office and offers a hybrid work schedule. The Client Accounts Administrator renders billing support for top-tier portfolios, collaborating with and supporting the firm’s strategic initiatives. The role acts as a subject-matter expert in billing, participates in client meetings, and drives billing practices and processes. The team includes support specialists within Legal Support Services and Accounting, delivering full-cycle billing and client accounting services to attorneys. The position handles complex domestic and global billing clients and manages monthly invoicing, reporting, and related analysis. Training and mentoring of other staff on billing procedures is expected.
Notes on marketing snippets and site-wide notices
The original description included several marketing badges and repeated blocks about the firm’s values, which have been consolidated and limited to essential content in this refined version.
Responsibilities
US Clients
– Manage complex billing with high volumes and global clients. Support the full billing cycle: review/edit prebills, obtain approvals for deferrals/write-offs/time transfers, field billing inquiries, track and resolve tickets daily, meet SLA requirements, ensure quality assurance for electronic billing, and perform root-cause analysis for electronic bill rejection. Maintain client billing requirements, summarize and communicate with stakeholders, obtain complex monthly reporting, verify data accuracy, gather and submit accrual information, finalize invoices, and submit electronically per client requirements. Provide training and mentoring to team members. Global Clients
– Coordinate and lead global client unified billing, manage global account assignments, perform full-cycle billing for firm and client requirements, obtain complex monthly reporting, ensure accuracy of data, liaise with international counterparts for accrual/forecast information, keep Billing Timekeeper informed, troubleshoot with finance, track and resolve service desk tickets, and generate LEDES files for electronic billing.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Education
– High School or GED.
Preferred Education
– Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or similar field. Minimum Years of Experience
– 5 years of high-volume billing management in a fast-paced environment, with expert knowledge of direct billing or client accounts (domestic, global, e-billing) in a law or professional services organization. Leadership experience is preferred. Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems (e.g., Aderant) and e-billing applications (e.g., Bill Blast, e-Billing Hub).
Desired Skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; team-oriented; able to work in a fast-paced environment. Accurate proofreading and strong attention to detail. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex problems; proven analytical skills; able to work independently and take direction well.
Essential Job Expectations
Effective written and verbal communication with clients, lawyers, and third parties. Produce deliverables, answer inquiries, and respond promptly. Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product; meet deadlines; foster positive work relationships. Comply with firm policies; manage physical and digital work activities; work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Perform other duties as assigned.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Physical Demands:
Sedentary work; occasional lifting up to 10 pounds. Work Environment:
Hybrid work arrangement possible; coordination with hiring manager; future modifications at firm’s discretion.
Disclaimer
The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of work elements and to present information in a standardized way. It does not describe all elements of the work and may be modified at any time. This description does not change the at-will nature of employment.
Application Process & Accommodation
Applicants must apply directly online. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform essential functions. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please contact the firm. Agency applications will not be considered. No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.
Compensation & Benefits
The hiring range for this position is dependent on geographic market location. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision insurance and a 401(k) plan. Details may vary by location and qualifications.
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DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Senior database administrator • Spokane, WA Last updated: 8 hours ago Location: This position can sit in our Los Angeles, Palo Alto, Phoenix, San Diego, San Francisco, or Seattle office and offers a hybrid work schedule. The Client Accounts Administrator renders billing support for top-tier portfolios, collaborating with and supporting the firm’s strategic initiatives. The role acts as a subject-matter expert in billing, participates in client meetings, and drives billing practices and processes. The team includes support specialists within Legal Support Services and Accounting, delivering full-cycle billing and client accounting services to attorneys. The position handles complex domestic and global billing clients and manages monthly invoicing, reporting, and related analysis. Training and mentoring of other staff on billing procedures is expected.
Notes on marketing snippets and site-wide notices
The original description included several marketing badges and repeated blocks about the firm’s values, which have been consolidated and limited to essential content in this refined version.
Responsibilities
US Clients
– Manage complex billing with high volumes and global clients. Support the full billing cycle: review/edit prebills, obtain approvals for deferrals/write-offs/time transfers, field billing inquiries, track and resolve tickets daily, meet SLA requirements, ensure quality assurance for electronic billing, and perform root-cause analysis for electronic bill rejection. Maintain client billing requirements, summarize and communicate with stakeholders, obtain complex monthly reporting, verify data accuracy, gather and submit accrual information, finalize invoices, and submit electronically per client requirements. Provide training and mentoring to team members. Global Clients
– Coordinate and lead global client unified billing, manage global account assignments, perform full-cycle billing for firm and client requirements, obtain complex monthly reporting, ensure accuracy of data, liaise with international counterparts for accrual/forecast information, keep Billing Timekeeper informed, troubleshoot with finance, track and resolve service desk tickets, and generate LEDES files for electronic billing.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Education
– High School or GED.
Preferred Education
– Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or similar field. Minimum Years of Experience
– 5 years of high-volume billing management in a fast-paced environment, with expert knowledge of direct billing or client accounts (domestic, global, e-billing) in a law or professional services organization. Leadership experience is preferred. Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems (e.g., Aderant) and e-billing applications (e.g., Bill Blast, e-Billing Hub).
Desired Skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; team-oriented; able to work in a fast-paced environment. Accurate proofreading and strong attention to detail. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex problems; proven analytical skills; able to work independently and take direction well.
Essential Job Expectations
Effective written and verbal communication with clients, lawyers, and third parties. Produce deliverables, answer inquiries, and respond promptly. Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product; meet deadlines; foster positive work relationships. Comply with firm policies; manage physical and digital work activities; work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Perform other duties as assigned.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Physical Demands:
Sedentary work; occasional lifting up to 10 pounds. Work Environment:
Hybrid work arrangement possible; coordination with hiring manager; future modifications at firm’s discretion.
Disclaimer
The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of work elements and to present information in a standardized way. It does not describe all elements of the work and may be modified at any time. This description does not change the at-will nature of employment.
Application Process & Accommodation
Applicants must apply directly online. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform essential functions. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please contact the firm. Agency applications will not be considered. No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.
Compensation & Benefits
The hiring range for this position is dependent on geographic market location. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision insurance and a 401(k) plan. Details may vary by location and qualifications.
#LI-SB1 #LI-Hybrid
DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
#J-18808-Ljbffr