Legal Billing Specialist (Boulder, CO) Hutchinson Black and Cook LLC Boulder, CO Job Details Full-time $68,000 - $73,000 a year 5 hours ago Benefits Free parking Profit sharing Health savings account AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Sabbatical Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Teamwork Spreadsheets Analysis skills Bachelor's degree Attention to detail Law office Computer skills Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Hutchinson Black and Cook, LLC, a leading Boulder law firm for more than 100 years, is seeking a Legal Billing Specialist to join our Accounting Department. We offer competitive compensation, a strong benefits package, and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, professional environment. HBC is seeking a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. As a Legal Billing Specialist, you will manage the full invoice preparation process with accuracy and efficiency. The ideal candidate takes initiative, approaches challenges with confidence, and communicates effectively with colleagues and clients. If you value precision, adaptability, and continuous improvement, we invite you to join our team and make a meaningful impact in this newly created role. Position Summary The Legal Billing Specialist manages the full invoice preparation cycle, ensuring invoices are accurate, compliant with client requirements, and submitted on time. This role requires strong analytical skills, close attention to detail, and effective communication with attorneys, clients, and administrative staff. The position may expand beyond billing responsibilities after the rollout of new accounting software this fall. Key Responsibilities
- Edit prebills based on requests from billing attorneys.
- Generate a high volume of complex client invoices.
- Ensure invoices comply with billing guidelines and that all required supporting documentation is compiled before submission.
- Respond to billing inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
- Assist with special projects and ad hoc reporting as needed.
- Support the Accounting Manager with additional accounting tasks as needed. Qualifications Skills & Competencies
- Experience with billing in a law firm environment.
- Experience with legal billing software, such as ProLaw or a similar platform, preferred.
- Understanding of legal billing processes across multiple practice areas.
- Ability to identify billing issues proactively and recommend practical solutions.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a professional demeanor.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships at all levels of the firm. Education & Prior Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent experience.
- At least 2 years of experience in legal billing or in a law firm accounting department preferred. Technology
- Experience with ProLaw or other legal billing software, such as Orion or Centerbase, preferred.
- Proficiency in Excel is required.
HBC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; long-term disability insurance; and participation in the firm's 401(k) plan, including matching and profit sharing. Additional benefits include paid downtown Boulder parking, generous PTO, and a sabbatical program for staff. The salary range for this position is $68,000 to $73,000 annually, depending on experience. This is a full-time, non-exempt position working 40 hours per week. The role is based in our Boulder office and reports directly to the Accounting Manager. Qualified candidates may apply by emailing . Please include a cover letter explaining your interest in the position and in working at Hutchinson Black and Cook, LLC.
Pay:
$68,000.00 - $73,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Paid time off Profit sharing Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person