About this role
Summary: The billing clerk position is accountable for creating invoices and credit memos, issuing them to customers by all necessary means, and updating customer files. As a billing clerk, you must be accurate and reliable in handling accounts and documents. Being good at math and a high degree of organizational ability are essential due to the great amount of financial information. The goal is to contribute to the accurate preparation of bills receivable and safeguard the companys income.
Responsibilities:
Issue invoices to customers
Draft invoice statements for customers and vendors
Issue monthly customer statements
Update accounting records with new payments, balances, customer information etc.
Update customer files with issued invoices
Process credit memos
Create reports and present to managers
Track exceptions between the shipping log and invoice register
Manage debts or any other inconsistencies
Review accuracy of invoices prior to submission by performing various checks
Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies.
Provide management with daily status of completed functions.
Communicate effectively within the company in order to resolve client inquiries.
May perform such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
High School Diploma and/or equivalent work experience.
3-5 years of billing experience.
A minimum of a year experience in billing refineries or construction industries.
Advanced Accounting degree Preferred.
Skills Required:
Understanding of law and legal procedures relating to accounting
Proficient in Microsoft Applications: Word, Excel,
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work productively and effectively in a team setting.
Focused on process improvement and achieving team and Company goals.
Must be a self-starter
Must be able to work under little or no supervisor and still achieve goal.