Billing Specialist

Job Summary: As a Billing Specialist, you will play a vital role in the financial operations of our organization. Your primary responsibility will be to accurately and efficiently process various billing requests, including finance agreements, Group Benefits fee billing, and Property & Casualty (P&C) billing. You will collaborate with other teams to ensure seamless billing processes and maintain detailed records to minimize errors. Your meticulous attention to detail and strong communication skills will contribute to the financial success of the company.

A Day in The Life:

• Process finance agreements accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring all relevant information is recorded.
• Communicate the status of finance agreements with the finance company, providing updates and resolving any discrepancies as needed.
• Accurately and timely process Group Benefits fee billing requests, including Benefits and Employers Resource Council (ERC) calculations.
• Accurately and timely process Property & Casualty (P&C) billing requests, ensuring compliance with industry standards and company policies.
• Collaborate with other teams on any billing needs that may arise, including resolving billing-related issues and coordinating with cross-functional departments.
• Maintain an error log to track and document any billing errors, working proactively to prevent recurring issues and contributing to continuous process improvement.

What You’ll Need:

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certification in accounting or finance is a plus.
• Proven experience as a Billing Specialist or in a similar role with a strong understanding of billing processes.
• Proficiency in using billing software and accounting systems, with the ability to quickly adapt to new tools.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in all billing-related tasks.
• Strong communication skills to interact with finance companies, colleagues, and other departments.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating problem-solving and time management skills.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple billing requests and meet deadlines consistently.

Who You Are:

• You are a detail-oriented and dedicated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• You have a deep understanding of billing processes and a passion for accuracy.
• You are an effective communicator, capable of resolving billing discrepancies and collaborating with various stakeholders.
• You are a proactive problem solver who can quickly adapt to new challenges and find innovative solutions.
• You are a team player, willing to work with other accounting teams to achieve common financial goals.
• You are committed to maintaining precise records and reducing errors to ensure the financial health of the organization.

Physical and Environmental Demands

This role involves typical duties performed in an office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please us at oswaldhr@oswaldcompanies.com to discuss your specific need.

• Physical Requirements: Primarily sedentary work involving sitting, typing, and handling office equipment. Occasional walking, standing, and lifting up to 10 pounds may be required.
• Manual Dexterity & Vision: Requires sufficient manual dexterity and visual acuity for computer use, data analysis, and document preparation.
• Work Environment: Standard indoor office setting with moderate noise levels and climate control.

Work Schedule & Hours

Non-Exempt

• Full-time hours: Core business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with occasional weekend or evening hours as needed, totaling approximately 40 hours per week.
• Overtime: Hours worked over 40 in a workweek will be compensated in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). (FLSA Status: Non-Exempt)
• Note: Job responsibilities may occasionally require work beyond normal business hours. Any overtime must be approved in advance by a supervisor.