Billing Specialist

Flanagan - Bilton LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

120 hours of PTO after a 90-day probation period

Paid holidays

Employee medical, dental, vision, and life insurance paid by employer

3% employer 401k contribution after 2 years

Business casual dress code

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Chicago is seeking a Billing Specialist to manage client billing processes. Responsibilities include researching invoices, resolving billing issues, and maintaining organized client files. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Accounting, or Finance and possess strong attention to detail. The role offers a starting salary of $50,000 to $55,000 with benefits including medical insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Accounting or Finance required.
• 2+ years billing experience required.
• Appearance conscious.

Responsibilities

• Research, prepare, and send out invoices to clients.
• Resolve billing issues.
• Enter payment vouchers, credit card payments, and check processing into the database.
• Review invoices for accuracy.
• Manage database of client files.

Job description

Primary responsibilities include client billing, tax bill research, supporting the National team, and data entry. Candidates should be organized, detail-oriented, and motivated. Must work well under pressure and tight deadlines. Candidates should be effective communicators through telephone, email, and lettersand be professional in appearance and demeanor. This is an in-office position with the hours of Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.

Duties may include but are not limited to:

• Research, prepare, and send out invoices to clients
• Comply with e-billing portals as required
• Resolve billing issues
• Complete billing reports as needed
• Work collaboratively and coordinate with staff members and departments
• Track and collect outstanding invoices
• Enter payment vouchers, credit card payments, and check processing into the database
• Calculate and prepare manual billings for non-routine, complex billing arrangements
• Review invoices for accuracy sending them to an analyst/consultant/attorney for review and signature
• Track tax bills and tax rates
• Track refunds from various taxing authorities
• Manage database of client files
• Data entry
• Perform other tasks related to the billing functions and other clerical needs
• Provide daily support to the supervisor

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Accounting or Finance- Candidates that do not currently hold aBachelor'sdegree will not be considered for this position
• 2+ years billing experience
• Appearance conscious

Desired Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Research
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Self-starter
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Financial or accounting background preferred. Some legal would be helpful but not necessary as we are willing to train

Compensation:

• Starting Salary: 50,000 - 55,000
• 120 hours of PTO after a 90-day probation period (resets annually)
• Typically, 17 plus paid holidays
• Employee-only medical, dental, vision, and basic life premium insurance paid by the employer
• 3% of salary employer 401k contribution after two years of employment
• Business casual dress code with exceptions based on assigned tasks and positions
• Team atmosphere
• Annual reviews

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements.

A pre-employment background check is required.