Senior Billing Specialist at Cumming in Murrieta, California

Senior Billing SpecialistAt Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 15 rankings in ENR. With over 70 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless!In this role, you will be a member of our diverse group services team which houses human resources, accounting/finance, marketing, business development, IT, and administration. We are not your average 'overhead' department — instead, we build and implement creative strategies that are in line with business objectives while providing best-in-class support to the company at large... and we do so proudly!Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Analyze, maintain, and tend to monthly invoicing and Accounts Receivable ledgers.Researching and reconciling billing discrepancies.Analyze and Review of contracts, purchase orders, change orders in order to validate accuracy of project set up and billing.Assist with tracking of subconsultants.Field questions from Project Managers and Collections Specialist about status of invoices.Report analysis using Excel and integrated accounting systems.Audit and reconcile account balances, receipts and expense claims; balance against reports and invoices.Prepare documentation for input into computerized accounting system.Assist in audits as necessary; prepare reports and respond to inquiries from auditors.Close-out completed contracts in accounting software.Perform related duties as assigned.Document filing and storage.Other duties as assigned.Attendance at work during normal business hours.Knowledge & Skills Required:Exceptional billing experience highly preferred.Experience processing a high volume of transactions.Recent experience using integrated accounting systems such as MAS200, Deltek, or Great Plains (not just Quick Books).Experience within the Construction Industry preferred.Experience with accounts payable and expense reporting processing.Experience with posting journal entries to the general ledger and general accounting administrative duties.Intermediate to Advanced skill level with Excel.Team player with solid interpersonal skills.Accurate and organized; strong problem solving skills.Preferred Education and Experience:Education: AA degree with an Accounting majorExperience: 4 years of equivalent billing specific experience.Preferred Certification: Accounting CertificationCumming Group is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity in its personnel policies and practices. It is Cumming Group's policy to recruit, hire, train and promote Team Members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, marital status, genetic information, sexual preference, sexual orientation, gender (including gender expression and gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions, including breastfeeding), military service, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical disability, mental disability, veteran status or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law. All such decisions are based on (1) individual merit, qualifications, and competence as they relate to the particular position, and (2) promotion of the principle of equal employment opportunity.All other terms and conditions of employment, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoff, return from layoff, training, education, and social and recreational programs, are administered without regard to the characteristics described above. To this end, Cumming Group complies with all provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, all of the rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor, and all similar state and local laws.The salary range for this full-time role is $29.09-$36.84 per hour. Ranges are determined based on the position, geography, client and industry experience and level, and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range reflects base salary only, and not the total compensation package. Cumming Group reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on a candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, including client requirements.In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:MedicalDental InsuranceVision Insurance401(k)401(k) MatchingPaid Time OffPaid HolidaysShort and long-term disabilityEmployee Assistance ProgramAt Cumming Group, we are passionate about helping our clients execute large-scale, complex projects on-time and within budget. Our project and cost-management services are specifically tailored to each client's needs and add meaningful value at every step of a project's development.Drawing on deep expertise in the communities and sectors we serve, we anticipate and solve problems, deliver solutions, and drive results. Since opening our doors in 1996, Cumming Group has grown to 50+ offices globally, and is now home to more than 3,000+ team members – including many of the brightest minds in the industry.Learn more about what a great organization we are here.