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Job description
Do you want to be a part of the first nationwide managed technology solutions provider?
Are you an accounting and finance professional looking to develop your career with a growing company? Meriplex is looking for a seasoned Billing Specialist to join our Accounts Receivable team! Using project management, organization, and communication skills, you will collect and track payments from customers, make banking deposits, and provide reports that document profits and losses for an organization.
Meriplex is a managed technology solutions provider that enables transformation by combining secure, innovative technology with advanced expertise. As a trusted partner, we deliver business-driven solutions that provide the scalability and support needed to power growth for organizations.
In this position, you will:
- Prepare, post, verify, and record customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable.
- Create invoices according to company practices; submits invoices to customers.
- Maintain and updates customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attentions.
- Create reports regarding the status of customer accounts as requested.
- Reconcile customer accounts and resolves discrepancies.
- Perform collections by identifying delinquent accounts, reviewing files, and contacting delinquent accountholders to request payment.
- Assist in generating monthly billing statements based on the general ledger.
- Assist Accounting Manager in reconciling revenue accounts each month.
- Copy, file, and retrieve materials for accounts receivable as needed.
- Relay changes of information to appropriate employees.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs.
- Knowledge of general accounting and financial best practices.
- General understanding of terminology and processes within the telecommunications industry.
- General understanding of cash application and collections and standards of record keeping.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Working knowledge of critical thinking, judgement, and analytical problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers.
Education & Experience:
- 3-5+ years of related collections experience.
- 3-5+ years of related accounts receivable or general accounting experience required.
- 3-5+ years’ experience working with an ERP, NetSuite preferred.
- Previous experience within the telecommunication industry preferred.
Work Schedule/Travel:
- Standard Meriplex business hours of Monday – Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Physical Demands:
Sedentary Work – Exerts up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
Disclaimer:
The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
