FTI Consulting, Inc

Project Assistant

FTI Consulting, Inc$72K — $143K *
Miami, FL 33186In-Person
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in engagement management, billing, and collections in a law firm or professional services environment.
  • Strong knowledge of PC and network environments, including advanced Excel skills.
  • Ability to travel to client sites and FTI offices as needed.
  • Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
  • BS/BA degree preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with internal and client-facing teams across project lifecycles.
  • Ensure timely and accurate client invoicing.
  • Minimize the time billable staff spend on project management and administration.
  • Reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) and bad debt.
  • Review and set up new matters with appropriate terms and codes.
  • Prepare and submit accurate draft invoices for client approval.
  • Manage engagement risks and monitor accounts receivable for assigned projects.

Benefits

  • Professional development programs focused on leadership and growth.
  • On-the-job learning and access to self-guided professional development courses.
  • Dedicated coaching and mentoring support for career advancement.
  • Tailored programs for career milestones to empower employee progression.
Full Job Description
About The Role

Support the lifecycle of an engagement, including opening new matters, engaging with matter owners (BTKs) to assess risk, helping to drive timely billing and collections, engaging with Core Accounting and Segment Finance to assist with revenue recognition, and closing matters when completed.

What You'll Do
  • Work closely with internal and client facing teams throughout the project lifecycle
  • Ensure timely, accurate and professional invoices are sent to clients
  • Reduce amount of time billable professionals invest in project management and administrative tasks
  • Reduce DSO and bad debt


Review New Matters for Assigned BTKs
  • Ensure project set up is consistent with LOE terms
  • Set up necessary activity codes
  • Prepare retainer invoice, if required


Preparing Draft Invoice
  • Ensure rates are within ranges cited in LOE
  • Process write downs/ups
  • Apply administrative fee consistent with LOE terms
  • Ensure payment terms are consistent with LOE
  • Check invoice format for professionalism
  • Ensure draft invoice is accurate before submitting for review


Issue Invoice
  • Issue final invoice for distribution to the client
  • Gather any additional approvals, if necessary
  • Save appropriate audit backup in project folder


Engagement Management, including Risk Assessment
  • Review and follow up on aging WIP and A/R for assigned projects
  • Initiate monthly WIP billing
  • Prompt and assist with AR collection or write-offs
  • Review and process outside contractor invoices
  • Regularly review status of e-billed projects
  • Interface with client facing professionals and Segment Finance staff to assist with risk assessment as part of monthly close process


How You'll Grow

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You'll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.

As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.

What You Will Need To Succeed

Basic Qualifications
  • 5+ years overall experience in engagement management, including billing and collections, in a law firm or other professional services environment.
  • Excellent working knowledge of PC and network environments and advanced knowledge of Excel.
  • Ability to travel to clients and FTI office(s) as needed.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; the employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.


Preferred Skills

BS/BA degree

Compensation

Minimum Pay: $72,500
Maximum Pay: $143,000

Compensation Disclosure: The compensation range reflects potential base salary for the role. Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual's location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications.

About FTI Consulting, Inc

FTI Consulting, Inc is a global business advisory firm. The company operates in five segments: Corporate Finance & Restructuring, Forensic and Litigation Consulting, Economic Consulting, Technology, and Strategic Communications. The Corporate Finance & Restructuring segment provides advice to companies, creditors, and other stakeholders in connection with mergers and acquisitions, capital markets transactions, and other corporate finance matters. The Forensic and Litigation Consulting segment provides services to assist clients in addressing issues arising from litigation, arbitration, and regulatory proceedings. The Economic Consulting segment provides economic analysis and expert testimony services for clients in various industries. The Technology segment provides software and services to help clients manage their e-discovery needs. The Strategic Communications segment provides advice and services to clients in connection with reputation management, public affairs, and other communications needs.
Learn more about FTI Consulting, Inc
Size
6,977 employees
Market Cap
$5.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$210.6 million
Founded
1982
5 Year Trend
+8.9%
Revenue
$2.4 billion
NASDAQ

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