Billing Specialist

Pay: $29–$34/hour (equivalent to ~$72,000 annually) Schedule: 1st Shift, Monday–Friday Employment Type: Temp‑to‑Hire (with potential to convert to direct hire) LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with our client , an engineering consultancy headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, to hire a Billing Specialist / Accounting Specialist to support project billing operations. This is an onsite role supporting a growing accounting team. This position will join as the second billing specialist and will receive training from an experienced team member, making this a strong opportunity for someone looking to grow within a project‑based accounting environment. Position Overview As part of the Accounting team, this role will focus primarily on project billing and financial support activities. The Billing Specialist will partner closely with engineers, project managers, and leadership to ensure accurate and timely billing throughout the project lifecycle. The role reports to the Accounting Supervisor and will ultimately transition to reporting to the Global Controller upon conversion. Key Responsibilities Generate accurate client invoices based on project activity and billed work Partner with engineers to ensure timely and accurate timesheet submission Respond to email and phone inquiries from clients and internal project managers Manage the full project lifecycle including setup, funding, billing, and closeout Process and track purchase orders related to projects Post and apply incoming payments to the appropriate invoices Review billing reports and perform quality checks to ensure accuracy Perform month‑end general ledger reconciliations and assist with close processes Support leadership with financial reporting and project analysis Assist with ad hoc accounting and billing analysis as needed Qualifications 1–3 years of experience in a billing or accounting role Experience in a project‑based, professional services, or engineering environment preferred Strong attention to detail and accuracy Client‑focused mindset with strong communication skills Comfortable partnering with project managers and external contacts Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills with interest in continued development Ability to manage deadlines in a fast‑paced environment Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team Why Join This Opportunity Opportunity to join a growing organization with long‑term potential Hands‑on training and mentorship Exposure to project‑based accounting Potential for direct hire conversion Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr