Billing Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Billing Clerk to join an organization in Lansing, Michigan. This contract opportunity offers the potential to become a long-term role and is ideal for someone who enjoys working with financial records, supporting accurate invoicing, and contributing to steady operational performance. The role offers strong long-term potential for a motivated individual who can manage billing activities, cash application, and accounts receivable tasks with accuracy and consistency.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and issue customer invoices accurately and on schedule while verifying supporting documentation for completeness.

• Maintain accounts receivable records by tracking outstanding balances, updating payment activity, and following established billing procedures.

• Apply incoming payments to the appropriate accounts and resolve discrepancies related to cash posting or invoice matching.

• Support daily cash management activities by recording transactions, reconciling payment details, and helping maintain accurate financial data.

• Communicate with internal teams and customers to clarify billing questions, research account issues, and support timely resolution.

• Review account activity for errors or inconsistencies and take corrective action to help ensure reliable reporting.

• Assist with collection-related follow-up on overdue invoices in a consistent manner to help improve payment timelines.

• Contribute to process improvements within billing and receivables workflows to support efficiency and accuracy.

• Experience performing billing duties in a detail-oriented office or accounting environment.
• Working knowledge of accounts receivable processes and payment application procedures.
• Ability to handle cash posting activities with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Familiarity with cash management tasks, reconciliations, and transaction tracking.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with customers and internal teams.
• Proficiency with standard accounting systems and Microsoft Office applications, especially spreadsheet tools.