Billing Specialist I

Cox Automotive; Harrisburg (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Automotive is seeking a Billing Specialist I in North Carolina to manage inbound inquiries from customers via phone and email. You will set up accounts, audit invoices, and research billing discrepancies while collaborating with internal teams.

This entry-level billing role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and proficiency with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Oracle. On-site position with competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED with 2+ years of billing-related experience.
• Articulate issues, document resolution, and know when to escape.
• Strong written & verbal communication skills.
• Excellent accounting, organizational, attention to detail, & time management skills.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, with Oracle.
• Experience working with customers or vendors to resolve issues with an excellent customer service track record.

Responsibilities

• Process billing transactions, invoices, credits, and account adjustments accurately and within established timelines.
• Set up and maintain customer accounts within billing systems.
• Review, verify, and audit billing information to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies, payment issues, and customer inquiries.
• Post payments and adjustments to customer accounts.
• Monitor billing reports and identify exceptions or potential issues.
• Assist with collections-related activities and payment tracking as needed.
• Partner with internal departments to gather information and resolve billing concerns.
• Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation.
• Follow company billing policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance billing efficiency and accuracy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Billing experience

Customer facing

Communication skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Oracle

Customer service

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Cox Automotive is hiring a Billing Specialist I position. This is a customer-facing position responsible for handling inbound customer inquiries via both phone & email. This role is a first line of contact for customers. Billing Specialists partner with various departments to support the customer & internal teams. Activities include conducting research, processing & auditing invoices, & assisting customers with other billing-related requests. They are also responsible for managing the approval workflow & other customer-facing processes.

Primary Duties / Key Responsibilities

• Process billing transactions, invoices, credits, and account adjustments accurately and within established timelines.
• Set up and maintain customer accounts within billing systems.
• Review, verify, and audit billing information to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies, payment issues, and customer inquiries.
• Post payments and adjustments to customer accounts.
• Monitor billing reports and identify exceptions or potential issues.
• Assist with collections-related activities and payment tracking as needed.
• Partner with internal departments to gather information and resolve billing concerns.
• Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation.
• Follow company billing policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance billing efficiency and accuracy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Experience & Specialized Knowledge & Skills

• High school diploma/GED with 2+ years of billing-related experience, preferably in a customer-facing role. Any level degree or certification beyond HS Diploma or GED will have 1+ year of relevant experience.
• Ability to articulate issues, document resolution, & recognize when to escape
• Strong written & verbal communication skills required
• Effective accounting, organizational, attention to detail, & time management skills required
• Excellent computer & software knowledge essential, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, with Oracle
• Experience working with customers or vendors to resolve issues with an excellent customer service track record

USD 16.59 - 24.86 per hour

Compensation:

Hourly pay rate is in the range of $16.59 - $24.86/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Benefits:

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of 6.67 hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

Application Deadline: 10/11/2026

EOE, including disability/vets