Senior Manager, Client Accounting

Senior Manager, Client Accounting - Fortune 500 Law Firm | Hybrid | Downtown Chicago📍Downtown Chicago, IL (Hybrid Schedule)Join a Fortune 500 law firm at the forefront of legal excellence, where financial strategy meets client service. We are seeking a Senior Manager of Client Accounting to oversee the entire revenue cycle, ensuring seamless pricing, billing, RFPs, invoicing, accounts receivable, and financial operations.This is a high-impact leadership role, interfacing with partners, clients, and finance leadership to optimize revenue processes and drive efficiency in a complex, high-value legal environment.What You'll Do:Lead and manage the full revenue cycle, including pricing strategies, client billing, RFPs, invoicing, and accounts receivable.Partner with law firm partners and finance leadership to develop client pricing models that align with firm profitability goals.Oversee complex billing arrangements, including alternative fee structures, retainers, and contingency billing.Collaborate with business development teams to provide financial expertise for client RFPs and proposals.Monitor and manage accounts receivable, ensuring efficient collections and strong cash flow management.Drive process improvements and automation to enhance billing, invoicing, and revenue cycle efficiency.Ensure compliance with legal industry regulations, financial policies, and accounting standards.Lead and develop a high-performing client accounting team, fostering a culture of excellence and client service.What You Bring:7+ years of experience in client accounting, revenue cycle management, or financial operations, preferably within a law firm or professional services firm.Expertise in law firm billing systems, alternative fee arrangements (AFAs), and client pricing models.Strong understanding of financial reporting, accounts receivable, and revenue recognition.Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience working directly with law firm partners and clients.Ability to optimize financial processes and implement best practices for revenue management.Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring and managing a team.Proficiency in billing and accounting software used in law firms (e.g., Aderant, Elite, 3E, or similar ERP systems).Why Join Us?✅ Work at a top-ranked Fortune 500 law firm, supporting complex legal operations.✅ Hybrid schedule- Flexibility with a mix of in-office collaboration and remote work.✅ Strategic, high-visibility role- Partner directly with firm leadership.✅ Career growth- Opportunity to influence revenue strategy and drive process improvements.If you're a client accounting leader who thrives in a high-stakes, professional services environment, apply today!

Created: 2025-03-02