Billing Clerk

This contract opportunity in Lansing, Michigan 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.

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.