Billing Specialist

FTI Consulting; Washington; On-site; USD 73,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

FTI Consulting is seeking a Billing Specialist I to work closely with Project Managers throughout the engagement lifecycle, ensuring timely, accurate invoices and month-end WIP adjustments. The role aims to reduce admin time for billable professionals while maintaining professional client interactions.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year of billing experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or commensurate work experience.
• 1+ years of billing experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
• Familiarity with time-and-expense billing models and engagement-based invoicing.
• Travel required to clients and FTI office(s).
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and Send Invoice to Client.
• Invoice retainers, fixed fees or hourly engagements consistent with contract terms.
• Input PM invoice edits and finalize/send invoice to client with PM approval.
• Process write-downs/ups as required, with proper approval.
• Assist with monthly revenue close process and WIP adjustments.
• Monitor aging A/R and assist collections efforts.

Skills

Billing experience

Time & expense billing

Microsoft Excel

Office applications

Work authorization

Travel readiness

Education

Associate’s degree or commensurate work experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Office suite

Job description

Who We Are

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.

At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side‑by‑side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.

Are you ready to make your impact?

About The Role

FTI Consulting is looking for a Billing Specialist I to work closely with Project Managers (PM’s) throughout the engagement lifecycle with primary objectives of:

• Ensuring timely, accurate, and professional invoices are sent to clients and month-end close related WIP adjustments are posted
• Reducing the amount of time billable professionals spend on project management administrative tasks

The ideal candidate for this role will have:

• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, including verbal and written
• Good interpersonal skills, including being a team player with capacity to work with diverse team members
• Organizational skills, including ability to prioritize
• Ability to work flexibly under tight deadlines and handle multiple tasks through prioritization and time management skills

What You’ll Do

Project Setup and Maintenance

• Ensure:

Prepare and Send Invoice to Client

• Invoice retainers, fixed fees or hourly engagements consistent with contract terms
• Ensure accuracy of data in proforma/draft invoice, e.g.:
• Send draft invoice (or proforma if requested) in format requested by PM
• Process write-downs/ups as required, with proper approval
• Input PM invoice edits
• Finalize/send invoice to client, including e-billing system as applicable, with PM approval
• Employ appropriate formatting and ensure professional presentation
• Monitor bounce backs and troubleshoot
• Archive all directions/approvals required for control/audit purposes

Assistance with Monthly Revenue Close Process

• Review assigned matter WIP and obtain PM input regarding expected realization of overage, project fees in excess of contractual amount, hourly work above and beyond agreed cap
• Record the necessary WIP adjustment based on PM input received
• Review unbilled projects for late time and re-adjust if necessary
• Respond to inquiries from revenue recognition team

Additional Duties

• Monitor aging A/R and assist the PM and collections analyst in collection efforts
• Additional duties as required

How You’ll Grow

Direct access to leadership with defined long-term career planning will ensure you continue to develop your skills as a communications and change management practitioner. This position also allows the unique opportunity to partner with internal teams in various specialty areas to tackle a myriad of high visibility client challenges across industries. With an emphasis on a collaborative team approach, we all learn from each other as we share diverse perspectives and ways of working to best meet client challenges and continue to grow the firm.

What You Will Need To Succeed

Basic Qualifications

• Associate’s college degree or commensurate work experience
• 1+ years of billing experience
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Office applications
• Familiarity with time-and-expense billing models and engagement-based invoicing
• Travel required to clients and to FTI office(s)
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer on a full-time basis; this position does not provide visa sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a professional services or consulting environment is a plus

_ FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. _

Compensation

Minimum Pay: $72,500

Maximum Pay: $143,000

_ Compensation Disclosure: The compensation range reflects potential base salary for the role. Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual’s location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications._