Firm Overview

Bates White is a boutique consulting firm based in Washington, DC. Recognized as a top workplace, the firm provides advanced economic, financial, and econometric analysis to law firms, companies, and government agencies.

Through our supportive, collaborative, and collegial culture, we invest in our talent and provide opportunities for career advancement. We are proud to have been consistently ranked among the top firms in the Vault Guide to the Top 50 Consulting Firms, named a Top Workplace by The Washington Post for the past nine years, listed as a top consulting firm by Management Consulted and ranked #42 on Newsweek’s list of America’s Top 200 Most Loved Workplaces.

If you are looking for a place to do high-quality work and have fun along the way, read below to discover how you can be part of our team. Learn more about our firm at: www.bateswhite.com.

What You’ll Do

You will manage the firm’s day-to-day billing and accounts receivable processes. You will:

• Manage the generation of monthly proformas, record adjustments as needed, oversee the generation of final client invoices, and maintain project billing files.
• Provide Accounting and Finance Management with status updates for receivables and billings; track and monitor accounts receivable and work in process (WIP) and generate and distribute reports to project and senior management.
• Serve as an escalation point within the billing team to resolve non-routine, complex billing matters.
• Develop working relationships via phone and emails with client AP counterparts to facilitate the collection of outstanding balances.
• Escalate outstanding payment issues to senior management and help facilitate payments from clients as needed.
• Present weekly status of AR and WIP to CFO, Controller, Practice Chairs, and Practice Managers.
• Engage Practice Managers to follow up on billing or AR-related matters for assigned Practice.
• Help Project Managers review time and expense records and track project budgets.
• Send delinquent AR and WIP reminders to Project Leaders.
• Supervise Billing staff and take responsibility for the function’s workflow and work quality.
• Train and mentor junior staff.
  
  

What You’ll Bring To The Table

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.
• 12 years of progressive experience in an accounting function with a demonstrated understanding of billing and accounts receivable, preferably in a legal or professional services environment.
• Minimum 7 years of management experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Hands-on knowledge of Dynamics 365 preferred.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize workload, handle short deadlines, and work well under pressure.
• Ability to work successfully with peers and senior management in a highly collaborative culture.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Knowledgeable in automated reporting.
• May require more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position.
  
  

What You Can Expect From Us

We are committed to providing an exceptional employee experience. You can expect:

• Competitive compensation—the salary range for this position is $110,000 to $130,000. This position is also eligible for bonus compensation on a discretionary basis. The actual salary offered for this position will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors including qualifications and experience, education, external market data, and internal equity.
• Comprehensive benefits package—includes tuition reimbursement up to $75K, low healthcare premiums, wellness benefits, and more! To learn more about our benefits offerings, click here.
• Hybrid work environment with three coordinated in-office days per week.
• Open culture where your voice is heard, your input is sought, and your contributions are rewarded.
• Fun and engaging culture including frequent social events.
• Amenities that include a fitness center, rooftop terrace, standing desks, espresso, fresh fruit, breakfast and afternoon snack, billiards, and ping pong.
• Employee-driven community outreach program featuring fundraising events (e.g., trivia, game shows, cooking competitions, etc.), volunteer opportunities, and matching funds along with our pro bono program.
• Investment in your career through training programs, an assigned mentor and peer coach, and frequent feedback.
• Networking opportunities through employee interest groups, Women’s Network, International Network, Diversity-Inclusion Council, and BWProud Network.
  
  

If you are interested in joining our team, please submit a resume.

Bates White is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at (202) 408-6110 or email your request to [email protected]. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the Know your Rights Poster for more information.