About Us

At United Utility, we pride ourselves on delivering comprehensive and innovative solutions that bolster power infrastructure investments throughout the United States. As the parent company to leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects, we are at the forefront of shaping the future of the electric utility industry. Headquartered in the vibrant city of New Orleans, LA, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual's talents are valued and respected.

About The Role

As a Billing Specialist at United Utility, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our billing processes. Your meticulous attention to detail and expertise in billing procedures will directly contribute to the financial health of our organization, allowing us to continue providing exceptional service to our customers and driving our mission forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and understand client contracts, purchase orders to ensure accurate billing reducing invoice rejections and DSO.
• Provide weekly revenue accruals to Finance Team.
• Communicate with vendors and gather information to resolve invoice issues.
• Communicate with clients and customers to request and arrange payments.
• Recording and tracking payments in databases (Sage & Power BI)
• Effectively communicate with the internal Distribution financial, operations teams as well as client contacts.
• Process weekly invoices and send to clients.
• Review and understand client contracts, purchase orders to ensure accurate billing.
• Work with internal teams and clients to address invoice discrepancies and lead process to get invoices corrected and
  re-submitted.
• Develop and maintain a positive vendor/client relationship to drive cash collection.
• Updating SharePoint Lists as needed
• Provide year-end support of auditor requirements, which may include research and reconcilement.
• Perform additional assignments, as directed by the management.
• Recommend and implement process improvements.

Key Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Billing Analyst or in a similar role.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field from accredited university required.
• Knowledge of Order to Cash Process Strongly preferred.
• Advanced computer literacy, including experience in word processing, Excel spreadsheets.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to communicate and speak effectively before co-workers and management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, data entry, and accounting software programs.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong attention to detail.

Key Nice-To-Haves

• Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) certification.
• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Direct experience with Sage Real Estate and Construction accounting software.

Key Info

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with arms.

Join us at United Utility and become a valued member of our diverse and dynamic team, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on the future of the electric utility industry. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply and invite you to be part of our journey towards a brighter, more sustainable future.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at
Phone: 704-887-4925
Email: support@unitedutility.com
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