Senior Billing and Account Specialist

3647 Senior Billing and Account Specialist , Boston, MA, 4 Month Contract

Sigma Inc. is currently looking for a Senior Billing and Account Specialist to work onsite with our team located in Boston, MA.

The Senior Billing and Account Specialist is responsible for invoicing and collections for a diverse and complex portfolio of sponsored research awards. Additionally, the Senior Billing and Accounts Specialist assists the Associate Director, Cash Management with providing guidance and support to the staff.

• Responsible for cash management for sponsored research awards, which includes invoicing, collections, and reconciliation of accounts.
• Monitor and review accounts, collaborate with sponsors and/or University departments to address invoicing and collection issues, and maintain positive relationships throughout the resolution process.
• Review and interpret award documents for sponsor invoicing requirements. Work in various electronic portals for invoice creation and submission.
• Collaborate with Management on strategic projects, perform advanced data analysis, and support other critical assignments as needed to drive departmental goals and operational efficiency.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 5-8 years of work experience, preferably in a university or customer service environment.
• Demonstrated exceptional organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be highly detail oriented with the ability to multi-task and prioritize routine tasks and ad-hoc requests.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A self-starting, diplomatic, proactive individual capable of managing people and processes.
• Intermediate skills utilizing Excel, including complex formulas to acquire, organize, and analyze data.
• Ability to work (both independently and in conjunction with others) effectively and cooperatively in a small, collegial team environment.

• Experience with analyzing detailed records, legacy accounting systems, and SAP.