Job Information
Abt Global Inc. Billing Coordinator 4 in Accra, Ghana
The Opportunity
The Billing Coordinator plays a critical role in the revenue cycle of the company and is responsible for assisting with all aspects of billing, compliance with billing and collections policies and the management of client inventories. In this hands-on role, the Billing Coordinator will work closely with Billing Services Lead and with billing and collection counterparts to identify and implement world class processes that will ensure bills are completed in a timely and accurate manner and that client balances are paid on time.
Core Responsibilities
Ensure all bills are issued timely, accurately and efficiently
Prepares complex invoices to clients including review of contract terms and conditions and the gathering of all supporting schedules
Prepares data reconciliation to the accounting system
Use best practices to create, present and distribute client bills
Ensure that client and company preferences are appropriately balanced
Maintain a thorough knowledge of client payment terms, discount arrangements, and billing requirements
Proactively manage compliance with billing and collection policies
Assist with the project activation process and understands and interprets contract brief and contract documentation
Works with multiple contract types such as cost reimbursable, time and material and firm fixed price
Assist with the application of indirect rate true-ups
Ensure the proper application of rates
Maintain expertise with respect to industry practices and the application of technology to billing and collection processes
Research, implement and maintain industry best practices
Maintain a thorough understanding of the needs of our customers both internal and external
Develop strong relationships with company management and ensure a mutual understanding of an appropriate balance between those needs and the requirements of finance
Document key policies and business practices
Streamline as appropriate
Ensure consistent and timely compliance amongst all team members
Review of accounts receivable and unbilled inventory
Working closely with counterparts, ensure consistent and regular communication around issues and old outstanding balances
Identify and escalate problem accounts; work with the appropriate parties to influence timely and effective resolution
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma + Six years of relevant experience, or Bachelor’s Degree
5-7 years experience in billing strongly preferred
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Excellent customer service.
Experience with cost reimbursable, time and material or fixed priced contract types.
Experience with Incurred Cost Submission process.
Expertise with Oracle, Deltek (or similar software with project accounting).
Advanced MS Excel skills.
What We Offer
We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits and professional development.
Abt provides market-competitive total compensation and comprehensive employee benefits.
Disclaimer: Abt will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.
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Abt Global is a mission-driven, global leader in research and program implementation in the fields of health, social and environmental policy, and international development. Known for its rigorous approach to solving complex challenges, Abt Global is regularly ranked as one of the top global research firms and one of the international development innovators. The company has multiple offices in the U.S. and program offices in more than 40 countries.