Overview
A leading organization in defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets is seeking a Senior Billing Specialist to join their corporate team. This role involves collaborating with project staff to manage client invoice requirements on new contracts and ensuring timely and accurate billing processes.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, distribute, revise, coordinate approval processes, and finalize invoices for all contract types
- Ensure monthly invoices are submitted to clients by pre-established due dates
- Work with project staff to expedite billing approvals and finalization
- Develop and maintain Excel-based invoices in client-prescribed formats, often involving automated spreadsheets
- Establish procedures, routines, and documentation related to billing and contract maintenance
- Troubleshoot billing errors and reconcile differences between billed and cost amounts
- Research, reconcile, and complete closeout bills for all contract types
- Train and mentor other team members as needed
- Perform other related responsibilities as appropriate
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain clearance
- Associate's degree or equivalent in Accounting or related field
- Minimum of 6 years of related experience
- At least 5 years of government contract experience
- Minimum of 3 years of billing experience
- Comprehensive knowledge of client invoicing requirements and budget processes
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Strong strategic and critical thinking problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and oral communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Thorough knowledge of contract provisions regarding client invoicing and payment processes
Preferred Qualifications
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 10% to office locations as needed
- 8+ years of government contracting experience
- Experience with COSTPOINT accounting software
- Familiarity with federal billing systems and portals
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $30.58 - $53.51 per hour
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Life insurance
- Flexible work schedules
Location
This position is part of the corporate team; specific location details will be provided during the hiring process.
Security Clearance
No current clearance required, but U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain clearance is necessary.