Billing Specialist

Client Overview: Our client is an established engineering/AEC organization with a busy accounting department supporting high-volume, project-based billing (including public-sector work). They are now looking for a Billing Specialist . Salary/Hourly Rate: $30/hr - $35/hr Position Overview: Our client is seeking a Billing Specialist to cover a maternity leave. They are open to a mid-level or senior-level billing professional with engineering/AEC project billing experience, strong attention to detail, and advanced Excel skills. Responsibilities of the Billing Specialist: Prepare, review, and process high-volume monthly project billings. Set up projects in the billing/ accounting system per contract terms, rates, and limits. Interpret and apply contracts, task orders, amendments, and fee schedules to ensure compliant billing. Monitor budgets/contract balances and perform monthly budget reconciliations. Partner with Project Managers to research and resolve billing questions and client inquiries. Enter/review project expenses and billing data (weekly). Assist with AR support related to invoice questions, backup documentation, and collections support. Maintain accurate billing records for audits/agency reviews. Support ad hoc billing and project reporting as needed. Identify opportunities for process improvements and controls. Required Experience/Skills for the Billing Specialist: Prior billing experience within an engineering firm/AEC environment. Experience billing large projects (target: $1M-$3M project billing). Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to partner with Project Managers. Preferred Experience/Skills for the Billing Specialist: Deltek VantagePoint experience (highly preferred). Public-sector/agency billing experience (e.g., contract-driven billing, audit documentation). Experience supporting transportation/infrastructure projects (nice to have). Education Requirements: No degree required (degree preferred for senior-level candidates). Benefits: Not specified (temporary role). #J-18808-Ljbffr