Billing Associate

Sedgwick; North Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sedgwick in North Carolina is seeking a Billing Associate to prepare client installment and audit invoices, allocate revenue by client and location, and analyze revenue versus budget variances. The role emphasizes accuracy, meeting deadlines, and collaboration within the accounting team.

Ideal candidates have exposure to general accounting practices, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Creates accurate installment and per claim invoices for assigned clients; properly allocates revenue to appropriate clients and company locations.
• Generates and maintains department spreadsheets.
• Maintains a system of Recurring Journal Entries to accurately defer annual, semi-annual, and quarterly revenue.
• Keys journal entries for accounting staff.
• Maintains client billing files with current billing instructions and contracts.
• Creates monthly revenue versus budget variance reports.

Skills

General accounting practices

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Deadline-driven

Team work

Performance competencies

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.

Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America’s Greatest Workplaces National Top Companies

Certified as a Great Place to Work®

Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance

Billing Associate

PRIMARY PURPOSE

To create accurate client installment and audit invoices according to lines of business; to record revenue accurately by client and location; and to analyze revenue versus budget variances.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS And RESPONSIBILITIES

• Creates accurate installment and per claim invoices for assigned clients; properly allocates revenue to appropriate clients and company locations.
• Generates and maintains department spreadsheets.
• Maintains a system of Recurring Journal Entries to accurately defer annual, semi-annual, and quarterly revenue.
• Keys journal entries for accounting staff.
• Maintains client billing files with current billing instructions and contracts.
• Creates monthly revenue versus budget variance reports.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS And RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the organization's quality program(s).

Qualifications

Education & Licensing

High school diploma or GED required. Associate degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited college or university preferred.

Experience

Two (2) years of billing or related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of general accounting practices
• Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental:

Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical:

Computer keyboarding, travel as required

Auditory/Visual:

Hearing, vision and talking

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.