Billing Accountant

Overview

The organization is seeking a Billing Accountant to support its team.

This role focuses on accurate invoicing, resolving billing disputes, monitoring accounts receivable, and ensuring timely collections. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in accounting software, along with effective communication with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare invoices of various types (FFP, T&M, CP, etc.), including very high volume travel invoicing and receipt packaging
• Apply cash receipts to aged accounts receivable (AR) in Costpoint
• Identify and resolve billing discrepancies and collections issues
• Multi-task with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment
• Prepare intercompany invoices for labor and other transactions during the month that cross subsidiaries
• Analyze monthly unbilled receivables, research, and resolve issues
• Support closeout activities, including analysis of requests, canceling funds, and final invoicing
• Review contracts and modifications to ensure accurate billing
• Maintain the billing master file
• Provide internal and external audit support

Qualifications

Necessary Skills and Knowledge

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule to meet deadlines and requirements during month closing or audit seasons
• Ability to embrace change, learn quickly, and thrive in a dynamic corporate environment
• Ability to work harmoniously within cross-functional teams to achieve common objectives
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines
• Attention to detail and effective problem-solving skills
• Effective and diplomatic communication verbally and in writing with coworkers and outside agencies, partners, shareholders, and business associates
• Strong cultural awareness and sensitivity, with the ability to adapt messages and strategies for diverse audiences
• Basic understanding of relevant software, tools, and systems used in the corporate environment, including proficiency in Windows and the MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) or more years of experience in government contract billing
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint – Billing, Account Receivables and Projects Module

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or related field
• Previous experience with government invoicing platforms WAWF, IPP
• Department of State Travel Billing experience
• Previous experience working with Alaska Native Corporations (ANCs) and/or previous exposure to Alaska Native cultures
• Previous government contracting experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $59,000 to $81,000 annually
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company matching
  • Tax-deferred savings options
  • Supplementary benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development opportunities
• Annual incentive compensation plan with profit-sharing tied to strategic objectives

Location

Headquartered in Juneau, Alaska. Shared service center model based out of Herndon, Virginia.