What are the responsibilities and job description for the Billing Specialist position at ebs recruiters LLC?
Position Overview: We are seeking a professional, energetic, and highly organized individual to join our team as a Billing Specialist. This role will be instrumental in supporting Project Managers with billing needs for multi-million-dollar projects. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, is adaptable to new tasks, and values attention to detail in managing billing processes.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
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Billing & Documentation:
- Prepare and process billings for multiple Project Managers, ensuring all required documentation is included.
- Perform Time & Materials (T&M) billing tasks, including monitoring incoming work orders, tabulating and verifying job costs in Vista, and ensuring labor rates and tool rental rates are accurate.
- Adjust billings/receivables as directed by the Accounting Manager or Project Manager.
- Review contracts for billing requirements (forms, due dates, rates) and submit billings to customers, including using customer portals as needed.
- Job Setup & Maintenance:
- Set up and maintain job information in Vista.
- Manage the complete job billing cycle from start to finish, ensuring that all necessary updates are made and tracked.
- Scheduling & Routing:
- Develop and maintain a schedule to ensure billings and accounts receivable are kept current.
- Manage routing of contracts by coordinating with Project Managers, the Accounting team, customers, and insurance brokers to ensure timely processing.
- Job Cost Adjustments & Reporting:
- Prepare/process job cost adjustments as directed by the Project Manager or Accounting Manager.
- Assist Project Managers in generating custom reports from Vista.
- Support the Accounting Manager with monitoring under-billed jobs and taking necessary actions.
- Additional Support:
- Perform other duties as directed by the Accounting Manager to ensure smooth and accurate billing processes.
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years in a billing position.
- Education: Bachelor's or Associate’s degree preferred.
- Industry Experience: Previous experience in the construction industry is required.
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Technical Skills:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Experience with Vista (formerly Viewpoint) is a plus
Critical Competencies:
- Organized & Detail-Oriented: Ability to stay focused on complex billing tasks while ensuring accuracy and thoroughness.
- Multi-tasking & Time Management: Capable of handling multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Professional Attitude: Demonstrates a positive and professional demeanor in all interactions.
- Team Player: Enthusiastic about contributing to a collaborative work environment and assisting others when needed.
- Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication abilities to effectively interact with internal teams and customers.