Intermediate Billing Accountant

Intermediate Billing Accountant

The Intermediate Billing Specialist is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely client invoicing, managing collections, and supporting financial reporting processes. This role requires attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with internal teams and clients to resolve billing issues and maintain healthy receivables. Ideal candidates will have experience in the A / E / C consulting industry and proficiency with ERP systems. This is a hybrid / remote work environment.

Prepares client invoices for assigned group of contracts, including reconciling to control reports, verifying contract terms, collating invoice packages, invoice distribution and filing and retention of invoice documentation.

Performs account collection activities on outstanding contract receivables, including monitoring accounts receivable aging, contacting client accounting departments, and executing overdue collection procedures.

Conducts monthly unbilled and suspense balance reviews to establish appropriate course of collection activity.

Participates in review, analysis, and resolution activities involving client contact.

Performs client billing analyses of a moderately complex nature, including recommendations for resolving the cases.

Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree.

2 years of related experience.

Domestic and / or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.

Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications

2 years of related experience in client invoicing within the A / E / C consulting industry.

Previous experience using a ERP system for financial reporting (Oracle R12, EPBCS).

EEO Statement : We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Skills and Abilities

Intermediate knowledge of MS Office Suite with an emphasis on Excel.

Good written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work in a team environment.

Ability to maintain thorough knowledge of general accounting principles involving billings and receivables, as well as the client billing system and accompanying processes and procedures.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

Massachusetts Applicants : It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.