Billing Specialist

The Weitz Company is seeking a Billing Specialist to be located out of our Cedar Rapids, IA office. The Billing Specialist is responsible for billing, accounts receivable, reporting payroll, and entering equipment usage. The Billing Specialist reports to the Accounting Supervisor and may have line responsibilities to the project team. What You'll Do: Report hours for certain certified payroll job Balance payroll hours to customer billings Set up, monitor, and close out projects Assist project team with cost information and reporting as needed Research and collect past due receivables Maintain accurate and complete contract files for each construction project Prepare billings to clients Identify discrepancies involving payables and receivables Prepare journal entries as needed Bill equipment, consumables, and hours as needed to projects Other duties and projects as assigned What We're Looking For: To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each previously stated duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and ability necessary to succeed in this role. Education: Requires a high school diploma. Experience: A minimum of five years commensurate experience or three years of construction accounting related experience. Skills: A qualified candidate will have the ability to establish priorities, the forethought to know when to seek assistance, independent judgment, a flexible work style, and good analytical and problem solving skills. The ability to effectively communicate and work with a variety of different personalities are necessary skills for a substantial amount of contact with co-workers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients. Individual operates with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Discretion is often necessary in working with sensitive and confidential information. Technology: Candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), and have ability to learn specific accounting software (Tungsten, JDE, etc.). Advanced Excel skills are a must. Training will be provided on company standards. What We Offer: Competitive Pay Rewarding Bonus Program Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings Employer-Paid Short and Long Term Disability Programs Employer-Paid Life Insurance Generous Paid Time Off Provisions 401K Retirement Savings Plan With Company Match Tuition Reimbursement Fully Paid Parental Leave Voluntary Products including: Pet Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time. The Company is an Affid Ctive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (minorities, females, and veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, and gender identity). The Company is a drug and alcohol free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Click here to review our Privacy Notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr