Microsoft Excel
Offering strong analytical abilities and keen eye for detail, ready to learn and grow in financial environment. Delivers solid understanding of basic accounting principles and proficiency in data entry and invoice management. Ready to use and develop organizational and analytical skills in Billing/ AP Specialist role.
• Oversee and handle high-volume, complex invoices, including those with multiple line items or discrepancies.
• Review, validate, and approve invoices that require a higher level of authorization.
• Monitor automated systems to ensure accurate invoice matching (e.g., 3-way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices).
• Manage payment schedules for large or critical vendors to align with company cash flow and contractual obligations.
• Authorize payments and oversee their release across multiple payment platforms (ACH, wire transfer, checks).
• Handle escalated payment-related issues, such as refunds, duplicate payments, or payment rejections.
• Perform advanced reconciliations of accounts payable sub-ledger to the general ledger.
• Investigate and resolve complex discrepancies in vendor accounts.
• Prepare and analyze aging reports, open invoices, and cash requirement forecasts for management.
• Manage relationships with key vendors and negotiate terms for discounts, payment plans, or other financial agreements.
• Act as the main point of contact for resolving disputes with high-value or strategic vendors.
• Prepare and review AP documentation for internal and external audits.
• Develop and enforce AP policies to reduce errors and enhance accountability.
• Mentor and train junior AP specialists and new hires.
• Review work completed by team members to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Provide guidance on handling complex transactions and implementing best practices.
• Identify inefficiencies in current AP workflows and propose improvements.
• Work closely with IT or ERP teams to implement automation and software enhancements.
• Develop and document standard operating procedures for AP processes.
• Assist in developing project plans, timelines, and deliverables.
• Maintain and update project schedules to ensure deadlines are met.
• Track milestones and provide updates to stakeholders and team members.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for project-related queries and updates.
• Facilitate effective communication among team members, clients, and stakeholders.
• Prepare and distribute project documentation, such as status reports, meeting minutes, and updates.
• Identify potential risks and issues and escalate them to the project manager.
• Assist in developing contingency plans and ensuring issues are resolved promptly.
• Organize and schedule project meetings, including preparing agendas and materials.
• Maintain project documentation, including contracts, records, and reports.
• Provide the software development team with all needed info. about the entire billing cycle.
• Generate invoices based on customer orders, contracts, or service agreements.
• Verify the accuracy of invoice details, including pricing, quantities, discounts, and taxes.
• Apply correct coding to invoices for accurate financial reporting.
• Ensure timely delivery of invoices to clients via email, mail, or billing portals.
• Maintain and update customer account records, including billing addresses, payment terms, and account status.
• Process adjustments, credits, or refunds as required and maintain accurate documentation.
• Monitor customer accounts for overdue payments and notify the accounts receivable team of outstanding balances.
• Handle customer inquiries related to billing issues, discrepancies, or account status.
• Research and resolve disputes by collaborating with internal departments (e.g., sales, customer service).
• Document resolutions and ensure any necessary adjustments are made to invoices or accounts.
• Ensure invoices comply with company policies, customer contracts, and applicable regulations (e.g., VAT, sales tax).
• Maintain organized and secure records of all billing transactions for auditing and reporting purposes.
• Prepare and file tax-related billing documentation, such as sales tax reports.
• Generate reports on billing metrics, such as billed amounts, unbilled accounts, and payment status.
• Reconcile billing data with accounting records to ensure accuracy.
• Identify trends in billing errors or late payments and recommend process improvements.
• Work closely with the accounts receivable team to ensure payments are applied correctly to invoices.
• Collaborate with sales or contract teams to understand client agreements and ensure billing accuracy.
• Communicate effectively with customers regarding payment terms, billing procedures, and account status.
• Respond promptly to customer inquiries across various channels (phone, email, live chat, social media).
• Greet customers professionally and courteously, ensuring a positive experience.
• Address and resolve customer issues, complaints, or concerns in a timely manner.
• Follow up on unresolved issues to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Provide accurate information about products, services, policies, and procedures.
• Guide customers through troubleshooting processes, product usage, or account navigation.
• Assist customers with billing questions, returns, or warranty claims.
• Identify customer needs and provide tailored solutions.
• Escalate complex or unresolved issues to higher-level support teams or supervisors.
• Document and track issues in the company’s CRM system for follow-up and resolution.
• Foster positive relationships with customers by being empathetic, patient, and attentive.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve customer experiences.
• Work with internal teams, such as sales, technical support, and logistics, to resolve customer issues.
• Communicate trends or recurring issues to supervisors for process improvement.
Workflow management
Task prioritization
Data entry
Documentation and reporting
CRM software proficiency
Billing inquiry resolution
Attention to detail
Staff education and training
Quality control
Performance goals
Progress reporting
Data processing
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