Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Billing Specialist with a focus on telecommunications services to manage, organize, and optimize the billing processes for our telecommunication accounts. This role will primarily involve overseeing invoice management, billing reconciliation, and account authorization administration. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of technology infrastructure, exceptional attention to detail, and a strong commitment to optimizing services and driving cost efficiencies.

_ What You Will Do_

• TEM Provider Oversight: Manage and supervise the performance of our TEM (Telecom Expense Management) provider, ensuring the accurate receipt, coding, and processing of invoices
• Cost Optimization: Identify and implement opportunities to streamline telecommunications services, consolidate resources, and reduce overall costs by collaborating with internal teams to enhance service efficiency
• Financial Data Analysis: Review and analyze financial reports related to telecommunications services, offering data-driven insights to pinpoint and eliminate unnecessary expenses, while improving overall financial performance
• Account Management: Oversee account authorization, ensuring accurate setup, access, and timely updates. This includes managing and maintaining online portal access to ensure smooth and secure account operations.
• Vendor Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for telecommunication service providers, addressing billing discrepancies, resolving issues, and ensuring the accuracy of account information.
• Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams, including finance, accounting, procurement, and external partners, to effectively address challenges.
• Billing and Ownership Transfers: Oversee and manage billing and ownership transfers, ensuring smooth transitions, accurate updates to accounts, and proper adjustments in billing systems.

Qualifications

_ What You Have_

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Telecommunications, or related field. Relevant certifications are a plus.
• 2-5 years in billing or financial analysis role.
• Proficient in billing software and Microsoft Excel.
• Familiar with telecom services, pricing models, and billing structures.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams; adaptable to new technologies and trends.

Additional Information

** Benefits**

• Expected base pay range of $60,000 - $70,000 annually. You will be provided a pay rate that is in line with your skills and experience as they relate to the requirements of the job.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and 11 holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision , and life insurance options, HSA/FSA plans, short and long-term disability paid by the company.
• 25% Rent Discount at any AIR community (a rental application is required, and certain exclusions apply).
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution.
• Paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks.
• Tuition assistance program and up to 100% reimbursement for job-related certifications and licenses.
• 15 hours of paid time annually for community service.
• Commuter benefits and pet insurance.
• Consumer discounts on various products and services.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development, leadership training, and career growth.

_ What You Need to Know_

Application Deadline: The initial deadline for applications is 03/22/2025. Applications submitted after this date may still be considered on a rolling basis until the position/program is filled. We encourage all interested candidates to apply as early as possible. If a final decision has not been made by the initial deadline, subsequent applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Candidates extended an offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening that includes checking references, a four-panel drug screening that excludes marijuana testing, employment verification & criminal background check.

AIR values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. AIR prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.