What are the responsibilities and job description for the Billing Specialist position at NMFS?
Overview
Join our dynamic finance team as a Billing Specialist, where your expertise will drive accurate and efficient billing processes that support our organization’s financial health. In this role, you will be responsible for managing billing operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and maintaining precise financial records. Your proactive approach and attention to detail will help streamline our revenue cycle and enhance customer satisfaction. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional passionate about accounting systems, financial software, and delivering exceptional service.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, review, and process invoices using various financial software such as Workday, Paychex, QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, and others to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
- Manage accounts receivable by tracking payments, reconciling customer accounts, and resolving billing discrepancies promptly.
- Conduct balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger accounting to ensure all financial data aligns with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and company policies.
- Handle sensitive confidential information with integrity while performing data entry tasks related to billing, payroll management, and account analysis.
- Support accounts payable functions by verifying vendor invoices, processing payments through systems like ADP or Ceridian, and maintaining organized records.
- Assist with month-end closing activities including journal entries, account reconciliation, and financial reporting to support accurate financial statements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve billing processes using spreadsheets and accounting systems such as PeopleSoft or Kronos for efficiency gains.
Experience
- Proven experience in accounting or finance roles with a focus on billing, bookkeeping, or accounts receivable management.
- Familiarity with multiple financial software platforms including QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, Workday, UltiPro, Ceridian, ADP, Kronos or similar systems.
- Strong understanding of accounting concepts such as debits & credits, double entry bookkeeping, journal entries, balance sheet reconciliation, and general ledger accounting.
- Knowledge of SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) compliance requirements related to financial controls and reporting procedures.
- Experience working in public accounting or governmental accounting environments is advantageous.
- Demonstrated ability in Excel data analysis, spreadsheets management, and using accounting software for account reconciliation and account analysis tasks.
- Excellent numeracy skills combined with strong attention to detail for handling complex calculations like tax adjustments or budgeting activities.
- Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly across teams while managing confidential information responsibly.
Embark on a rewarding career where your expertise in financial systems and accounting principles will make a tangible impact! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that supports your growth as you help us achieve operational excellence through precise billing practices and innovative solutions.
Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000 - $60,000