Billing Clerk Job Listing at First Transit in Baltimore, MD (Job ID 44273)

Description

Billing Clerk

First Transit is now hiring a Billing Clerk to ensure accurate accounting records for receipts and/or disbursements.  This position performs a variety of complex clerical and entry-level bookkeeping and accounting tasks, applies accepted procedures to the preparation and maintenance of accounting and other records, and prepares financial, statistical, and/or technical reports.  

Billing Clerk responsibilities:

• Team-oriented environment
• Friend office setting!

Billing Clerk responsibilities:

• Prepares, proofs, and types payrolls and other financial reports; makes routine cost distributions; posts subject accounts.
• Prepares and posts accounting documents, such as fees, receipts, invoices, requisitions, vouchers, expense accounts, and related operating reports.
• Posts requisitions, receipts, and disbursements information to appropriate ledgers or journals.
• Receives and counts cash; maintains cash book or other control record.
• Files and maintains clerical records and reports pertinent information to accounting and bookkeeping or technical operations.
• Prepares and mails bills or statements, or prepares lists of outstanding bills payable.
• May audit and proof accounting or other reports for clerical accuracy and conformance to departmental, county, and state procedures.
• May perform secretarial functions as needed for assigned staff member(s).
• Assists in balancing accounts by running tapes, proofreading, etc.; prepares summary of balances, cost information, or other reports as requested for supervisor's use in preparing financial statements.
• May proofread and post operations progress or other reports and make a monthly summary or recaps of such reports as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High School Degree or equivalent, with courses in bookkeeping.
• At least 1 year experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or secretarial assignments involving advanced recordkeeping (directly related business school or college courses may be substituted equally for up to 6 months experience) OR any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Working knowledge of bookkeeping theories and practices and accepted office procedures.
• Ability to perform a volume of numerical detail work with speed and accuracy, to make difficult mathematical computations with and without mechanical assistance (ability to operate a calculator by touch).
• Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions and technical or legal terminology.
• Ability to prepare financial and other records in a systematic, neat, legible manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, a variety of governmental employees and officials, and the general public.
• May require ability to be able to type at least 40 words per minute with a high degree of accuracy.

First for a Reason   

Benefits  

We offer competitive compensation and benefits (which vary based on role, location, and business), including physical and mental health initiatives, medical/dental/vision, 401(k), and paid holiday/vacation.   

Diversity & Inclusion  

Because we're stronger together, we aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We're committed to providing an inclusive and diverse working environment for everyone every day.  

Professional Advancement  

Start here. Go far. We believe in promoting from within, which means tremendous opportunities for you, thanks to our strong presence across North America. In addition, our 18-month Aspiring Manager Program prepares future leaders at First Transit.  

Extensive Training  

Build skills and knowledge in such areas as safety and security, injury prevention, technology and equipment, and job efficiency.  

Community Service & Impact  

Go where opportunity meets community. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. As the face of First Transit and First Vehicle Services in your community, you'll have a positive impact on others.  

We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce therefore all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. For candidates applying to positions in San Francisco or Los Angeles California, First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance or Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance. First is an equal opportunity employer and by doing so we will sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports future growth for all.