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16980-1 Remote Accountant – Billing & Accounts Receivable Specialist - 6 Months Contract
Sigma Systems Inc is looking to hire a Remote Accountant – Billing & Accounts Receivable Specialist for their client.
Due to the governmental nature of these positions, only US Citizens are eligible to apply.
Prefer local Pittsburgh candidates but open to 100% remote
Must be a US citizen
Contract with an option for full-time hire if a position becomes available.
Responsibilities:
- Manage end-to-end client billing processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with contractual agreements
- Perform billing reconciliation and funding settlements, resolving discrepancies and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders
- Monitor and support accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, cash application, and collections follow-up
- Partner with clients and internal teams to resolve billing issues and disputes in a professional and timely manner
- Assist in developing and implementing new processes and workflows, particularly in support of a growing or evolving function
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure all transactions are recorded in accordance with GAAP and company policies
- Prepare and analyze account reconciliations, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of accounting operations
- Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, operations, and client-facing teams to ensure alignment and data integrity
- Assist with audit support, providing documentation and explanations as needed
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience, with exposure to billing, accounts receivable, or financial operations
- Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP) and financial reporting practices
- Experience in insurance, billing operations, or accounting environments
- Proven ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues efficiently
- Experience working in process development or continuous improvement initiatives, particularly in new or evolving roles
- Proficiency in accounting systems and ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
- Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy and organization
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients and cross-functional teams
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
- Familiarity with banking, treasury functions, or cash management is a plus