What are the responsibilities and job description for the Passthrough AR Specialist, Contractor position at Extenet Systems, LLC?
Position Overview:
The Passthrough Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist’s primary focus will be to assist the Accounts Receivable Manager in tracking, validating, and reconciling passthrough costs incurred on behalf of customers and ensuring timely and accurate invoicing. This entails reviewing customer contracts for eligible reimbursable costs, reconciling general ledger accounts where these costs are paid to the vendor and subsequently invoiced to the customer, and working with third-party processing vendors. In addition, the AR Passthrough Specialist will support customers and their processing entities with billing questions.
About Our Company:
Extenet is the premier privately-held provider of digital infrastructure solutions connecting our customers, partners and communities. We maximize value through our strategic vision, nimble adaptation to changing technologies and creative, customized solutions.... all with a human touch. We believe a powerful digital infrastructure is the backbone of any business. We design, deploy, operate and support the most innovative indoor and outdoor wireless and fiber communications systems for elite brands nationwide including wireless carriers, corporate, sports, entertainment and hospitality venues, enterprises, government municipalities and more.
Responsibilities:
- Contract Analysis: Analyze customer contracts for the ability to invoice for reimbursement.
- Invoice Preparation: Prepare accurate customer invoices based on accounts payable transactions.
- Billing Information Management: Focus on detailed billing information related to service periods, billing amounts, and general ledger accounts.
- Vendor Billing Processing: Process monthly third-party vendor billing upload.
- Billing Explanations and Resolution: Provide third-party processors with billing details on new accounts and resolve account transaction concerns.
- General Ledger Reconciliation: Reconcile passthrough general ledger accounts in collaboration with accounts payable.
- Internal Department Cross-Collaboration: Coordinate with internal departments to ensure detailed invoice support is provided to third-party vendors and customers.
- Customer Service: Interact with customers and their payment processing entities to reconcile accounts.
- Customer Applications Processing: Process customer receipts/cash applications in the accounting system.
- Aging Reports Review: Continuous review of customer passthrough aging reports.
- Process Automation: Optimize the passthrough process through automation.
- Ad Hoc Duties: Undertake additional responsibilities and tasks as needed to support the dynamic needs of the accounts receivable team.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
- 3 years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, or related financial roles; experience in the telecommunications industry is a plus.
- Experience with project-based billing and reconciliation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft tools; Excel (XLOOKUP and Pivot Tables), Word, Outlook.
- Experience using ERP systems, Microsoft F&O a plus.
Skills and Abilities:
- Accounting Expertise: Understanding of accounting principles and concepts.
- Adaptability: Able to thrive in a fast-paced business environment.
- Communication Skills: Exceptional written and oral communication skills to interface with external and internal clients.
- Contract Review Expertise: Experience reviewing customer contracts preferred.
This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.
Contractor Status:
This position is a 6-month standard contract role with the potential for extension or conversion based on project needs and individual performance. Please note that as a contractor, you will not be eligible for Extenet’s benefits such as holiday pay and insurance coverage.
We value our contractor partners and strive to create a supportive and inclusive work environment. Although you will not have access to certain benefits, we are committed to treating all team members with respect and ensuring that you feel like a valued part of our organization. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and involving our contractors in our company culture and events.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Extenet is committed to building a diverse organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying for a position at Extenet, please visit extenet.com/careers. The first step is to carefully review the job posting and determine whether you meet the required qualifications and experience. If you believe you are a good fit for the position, the next step is to submit your application with corresponding application materials. Once you have submitted your application, someone from the Extenet Recruiting team will be in contact with you.
