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Billing Specialist

Dubai

Summary:

 

Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm, advising clients on significant transactions and disputes. Our exceptional teams craft and deploy creative legal strategies that are meticulously tailored to every matter, however complex or high stakes. Our work is distinguished by a unique combination of precision and vision.

 

Based in Dubai the Billing Specialist will be responsible for covering the UAE and KSA offices/Middle East Finance team.

The Billing Specialist will report to the Middle East Finance Manager and will be an integral part of the wider Gibson Dunn billing team. 

​This role reports to the Senior Manager, Finance. 

 

Responsibilities include:

  • Produce pre-bills for Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Riyadh plus other Gibson Dunn offices where needed at the beginning of each month and upon request
  • Review and edit pre-bills in response to partner requests
  • Ensure execution of complex and accurate billing in a timely manner
  • Respond promptly to all billing related queries and when required, meet with partners to discuss billing
  • Prepare disbursement back-up documentation in-line with client requirements
  • Ensure daily tasks are completed in a timely manner in accordance with relevant FTA and ZATCA rules and legislation, as appropriate
  • Monitor and manage group mailboxes ensuring prompt and accurate responses to both internal and external billing or financial queries
  • Take ownership and follow up on outstanding tasks/items as needed ensuring bills are sent and properly recorded
  • Ensure relevant approval has been obtained for any special rates/agreed discounts
  • Obtain an understanding of the various matters that GDC work on to ensure prompt billing cycles; including chasing partners/fee earners regarding WIP to ensure tight billing deadlines are met
  • Work with the Intake and Compliance teams to ensure all KYC/CDD is completed and up-to-date
  • Prepare and submit the Riyadh office bills in the format necessary to meet local e-invoicing requirements
  • Production and accurate submission of invoices that are e-Billed
  • Regularly assisting the Accounts team in other areas within the accounting and finance function
  • Assist with reconciliation reports
  • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, based on department needs as required
  • Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications:

 

  • High level working knowledge of CMS Aderant is an advantage
  • Experience working with Microsoft Office Professional 2016 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Detail-oriented in all tasks, including excellent proof-reading and research skills
  • Strong time-management skills and ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to develop strong internal and external relationships, including ability to work effectively with people at all levels
  • Strong customer service ethic
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities
  • Excellent judgment and decision-making skills

Experience:

  • At least five year’s professional experience in a similar finance position
  • Law firm experience is preferred.

 

Gibson Dunn will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of local law.

 

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