Billing Specialist - Entry Level

  • Full-time

Company Description

Join our team at Convergint Federal (CF) . Become part of one of the nation's leading security integrators for the U.S. Federal Government.

Convergint Federal is a security systems integration company, since 2006, headquartered in Columbia, MD. Primarily servicing the Federal Government, CF has seen continued growth through the years, and expects a steep incline to continue in future years. Currently $60M+, with 165 employees.


CF is a Government Contractor with a strong Construction accounting feel, including various types of contracts and billing formats. With many active projects at one time, varying in different sizes, durations, types, contract requirements, and billing cycles, invoicing is done on a daily basis.

Convergint Federal fosters a supportive, accessible, and inclusive environment in which individuals of different backgrounds and identities are able to realize their maximum potential within the company. We offer a variety of programs and exceptional benefits to all our colleagues: 

  • Company Holidays and Paid Time Off 
  • Flexible Paid Time Off Options
  • Fun & Laughter Day Off 
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Plan 
  • Life insurance & Disability Plan 
  • Wellness Program 
  • 401K Matching Plan 
  • Colleague Assistance Program 
  • Tuition reimbursement 
  • Competitive salary and compensation plan 
  • Vehicle reimbursement plan 
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Day 
  • And much more… 

Job Description

In this role, the Billing Specialist will be responsible for understanding and preparing complete and accurate project invoices for all contract types (CPFF, FFP, and T&M), in accordance with contractual requirements, and contributing to timely collection of payments. Billing Specialist receives, reviews, and confirms billing requests daily, to then generate invoices to be sent to the customers. The company accounting system is Detlek Costpoint 8.1.0. The Billing Specialist is expected to be confident in learning the new system as well as several customer required systems for billing (WAWF, IFF, GCPay, Txturs, Corrigo, and more).

PRIMARY DUTIES:

  • Invoice customers in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Identify and confirm invoicing requirements with the project manager(s), contracts department, and other accounting staff.
  • Ensures invoices are in compliance with appropriate contracts, guidelines and regulations.
  • Identifies issues, research, and remedies as appropriate
  • Understand the basic contract document(s) as it relates to billing
  • Able to correct/adjust billing formats as necessary in the Costpoint accounting system
  • As applicable; remit invoices to customers or input invoices into customer’s web-based invoicing systems
  • Assist in review A/R aging report and resolve any collection issues
  • Establish a business relationship with internal and external customers. Provide guidance and support to facilitate accurate and timely billing and prompt collection
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management
  • Identify potential problems or areas for improvement and suggest solutions
  • Excellent communications skills (written, interpersonal, and presentation skills)
  • Highly organized with precise attention to detail
  • Communicate billing concepts and issues to project managers, controller, and senior management

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • Experience working with Deltek Costpoint a plus
  • 1-2 years of experience in billing/accounts receivable
  • Experience with varying combinations of billing types and frequencies; Firm Fixed, Time and Material, Milestone, Percentage of Completion, Monthly, Quarterly, Yearly.
  • Experience with POC billing using AIA format a plus
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office
  • Strong Excel and analytical skills
  • Experience working in a team environment and ability to work with numerous different groups in a large organization
  • Familiarity with Government billing system a plus (i.e. WAWF, IPP)

WORK HOURS:
Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Additional Information

Convergint Federal is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to wosrkforce diversity. Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin. We offer a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation and pre-employment drug screen.

Candidates must possess or be able to obtain a US Government Secret Security clearance.

All applications and resumes are held in confidence. Only candidates whose profiles closely match requirements will be contacted for an interview.

Convergint Federal is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, Convergint Technologies offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at uscareers.convergint.com/careers.

Additional Information

EOE/M/F/V/D