What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist - Facilities & Services position at illinois?
Duties & Responsibilities
· Manages utility transaction data collection process:
o Accurately and efficiently post utility service invoice payments through Chrome River.
o Enters the usage and cost information by meter into the Excel sheet that is used to import the data into EBS.
o Maintain meter routes and other meter changes or additions in EBS.
o Ensure EBS, Banner C-FOAPAL and Work Order information is properly assigned to documents and electronic transactions.
o Coordinates monthly meter data collection and billing process.
o Recommends changes or updates to processes to improve data quality and efficiency.
o Updates standard operating procedures as required.
o Update meter cost allocations to different CFOPs based on changes is building square footage or fume hood data.
· Billing of customers for utilities services provided:
o Maintains and operates EBS system to ensure timely and accurate utility data collection and billing information.
o Review meter usage data using EBS variance reports.
o Coordinates with other staff personnel to meet deadlines and ensure accurate billings.
o Prepares a variety of reports and ad hoc analyses for stakeholders using various available reports and queries.
· Communicate with Facilities & Services and other University staff:
o Communicate with F&S staff and other university departments as appropriate to field questions and troubleshoot systems problems.
o Work with customers regarding questions about monthly billings.
· Other related duties as assigned.