Billing Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Billing Clerk to join a service-focused team in Kansas City, Missouri. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, organization, and timely follow-up are essential. In this role, you will support daily billing operations, help keep vendor invoicing on track, and serve as a key point of contact for invoice-related questions and issue resolution.

Responsibilities:
• Manage a high daily volume of service vendor invoices received through a shared team mailbox, ensuring items are reviewed and processed promptly.
• Examine invoices connected to completed service work, confirm billing details are correct, and forward approved items to Finance and Accounts Payable for next steps.
• Enter service billing information into internal records with a strong focus on completeness and data accuracy before payment processing begins.
• Compare vendor statements against billing records, identify mismatches, and work through outstanding items, including older unresolved balances.
• Communicate with vendors regarding billing questions, missing information, and pricing or invoice discrepancies to support timely resolution.
• Maintain organized documentation and tracking for invoices, statement reviews, and follow-up activity to support efficient billing workflows.
• Partner with internal teams to clarify service job details when invoice information requires validation or correction.• Experience supporting billing, invoice processing, or related accounting operations in a high-volume environment.
• Working knowledge of billing procedures as well as Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes.
• Ability to review financial documents carefully and identify errors, inconsistencies, or missing details.
• Strong data entry skills with a consistent focus on accuracy, timeliness, and organization.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency with email-based workflow management and standard business software used for billing and recordkeeping.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and stay productive in a fast-paced service setting.