Billing Coordinator

Allied Benefit Systems, LLC; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-friendly

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

EAP

Technology stipend

Job summary

Allied Benefit Systems, LLC is seeking a Billing Coordinator in Chicago to handle the end-to-end group medical premium billing cycle. You will ensure rate accuracy, process invoices, and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with Billing, Eligibility, AP, AR, and Client Services teams.

The role emphasizes data validation, account setup, and adherence to internal controls while supporting remote work flexibility and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate or Bachelor's coursework in Business, Accounting, or Finance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute monthly premium billing processes in QicLink across multiple clients and lines of business.
• Generate and distribute invoices based on billing results and client requirements.
• Identify and resolve billing discrepancies, including missing charges or incorrect amounts.
• Create and manage self-bill processes for applicable clients and services.
• Review billing outputs for accuracy, including rates, eligibility, and configurations.
• Set up new accounts and implement changes aligned with contracts and ops.

Skills

Billing knowledge

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Communication

Time management

Independent work

Education

High School diploma

Associate or Bachelor's coursework in Business/Accounting/Finance

Tools

QicLink

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Allied Benefit Systems - CHICAGO, IL 60606Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $20.00 - $23.00 HourlyJob Category: Accounting & Finance

POSITION SUMMARY

The Billing Coordinator is responsible for executing and supporting the end-to-end group medical premium billing cycle for assigned clients. This includes maintaining account setup and rate accuracy, cross referencing member eligibility, processing monthly billing files, generating invoices, and validating billing outputs within QicLink and other supporting technical systems to ensure completeness and accuracy prior to release.

This role works closely with the internal Billing, Eligibility, AP, AR, and Client Services teams to resolve premium billing discrepancies, implement account changes, and ensure billing aligns with quoted rates and system configurations. The Billing Coordinator is also responsible for identifying issues impacting billing accuracy and escalating or resolving them to prevent recurrence.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Execute monthly premium billing processes in QicLink system, including importing and validating billing files across multiple clients and lines of business with differing invoicing rules
• Generate and distribute invoices based on generated billing results, client requirements, and service activity
• Identify, research, and resolve billing discrepancies, including missing charges, incorrect amounts, or system processing issues
• Create and manage self-bill processes for applicable clients and services
• Review billing outputs for accuracy and completeness, including validation of rates, eligibility, and service configurations
• Set up new accounts and implement changes to existing accounts, ensuring alignment with client contracts and operational requirements
• Audit account setups and changes to confirm proper configuration and prevent downstream billing errors
• Partner with AR, AP, Eligibility, and Client Services teams to resolve billing-related questions, exceptions, and client inquiries
• Maintain tracking tools and reporting (Excel, Access, or system-based) to monitor billing activity, issues, and completion status
• Support state reporting and other client-specific reporting requirements tied to billing outputs
• Identify and analyze recurring issues, perform root cause analysis, and recommend corrective actions and process improvements
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, audit requirements, and established billing procedures
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Associate or Bachelor's coursework in Business, Accounting, or Finance preferred

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in group medical premium billing
• Working knowledge of group premium rates and member eligibility
• Ability to produce accurate group premium invoices in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment
• Experience supporting billing processes, invoicing, or data validation
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy in billing and data processing
• Ability to identify discrepancies, perform root cause analysis, and recommend corrective actions
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to work independently in a structured, process-driven environment
• Effective communication skills using Microsoft Outlook and Teams to coordinate across internal teams and resolve issues
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including data validation, reconciliation, and basic analysis, with experience using tools such as Power Query preferred
• Experience working with financial systems, billing platforms, or database tools preferred
• Ability to quickly learn and navigate internal systems, including QicLink and Power BI reporting tools

POSITION COMPETENCIES

• Accountability
• Communication
• Customer Service Orientation
• Functional/Technical Skills
• Quality Focus
• Time and Task Management

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is a standard desk role requiring extended sitting and computer work.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Remote

Here at Allied, we believe that great talent can thrive from anywhere. Our remote friendly culture offers flexibility and the comfort of working from home, while also ensuring you are set up for success. To support a smooth and efficient remote work experience, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 100Mbps download/25Mbps upload. Reliable internet service is essential for staying connected and productive.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

Compensation is not limited to base salary. Allied values our Total Rewards, and offers a competitive Benefit Package including, but not limited to, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, Generous Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, and a Technology Stipend.

Allied reserves the right to amend, change, alter, and revise, pay ranges and benefits offerings at any time. All applicants acknowledge that by applying to the position you understand that the specific pay range is contingent upon meeting the qualification and requirements of the role, and for the successful completion of the interview selection and process. It is at the Company's discretion to determine what pay is provided to a candidate within the range associated with the role.