Senior Billing Analyst

A Senior Billing Analyst at our Newport Beach-based IT company is primarily responsible for managing the billing process, which includes preparing journal entries for revenue and rebates, handling customer set-up for fuel and fleet cards, and generating revenue reconciliation schedules. They also support internal and external audits and provide guidance to junior team members, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all billing-related activities.

To apply for the Senior Billing Analyst position at our Newport Beach office, candidates should have a bachelor's degree and a minimum of five years of related experience. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of billing processes, making previous experience in a similar role highly valuable.

In our Newport Beach location, the Senior Billing Analyst plays a key role in supporting the close process by preparing various journal entries related to revenue and rebates. They are responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting and reconciliation, which is crucial for maintaining the integrity of our financial statements and facilitating smooth audits.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential for success as a Senior Billing Analyst. Additionally, proficiency in accounting software, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with other departments, especially during audits and reconciliations, are vital skills that will help candidates thrive in this role at our Newport Beach office.

A Senior Billing Analyst in Newport Beach will offer on-the-job coaching and guidance to junior team members, including Billing Specialists and Billing Analysts. This support will help them understand billing processes, compliance standards, and best practices, fostering a collaborative team environment where everyone can learn and grow.

When answering this question, provide specific examples of revenue reconciliation tasks you've managed in past roles. Highlight your analytical skills and any tools you used to ensure accuracy and efficiency during the reconciliation process.

Here, you can explain your prioritization strategy, such as utilizing a project management tool or creating a checklist. Emphasize your time management skills and how you ensure accuracy even when under pressure.

Discuss any specific auditing responsibilities you've handled, such as preparing documentation or working directly with auditors. It's good to demonstrate your attention to detail and understanding of regulatory requirements.

Share your philosophy on mentorship and collaboration. Provide an example of how you’ve successfully trained or guided junior colleagues, showcasing your teamwork and leadership skills.

Mention any specific accounting software you have experience with, such as QuickBooks or SAP. If applicable, discuss any learning experiences you've had with new software to show your adaptability.

Provide a detailed account of a challenging billing situation, explaining the steps you took to analyze and resolve it. Focus on your problem-solving skills and the outcome of your resolution.

Discuss your understanding of compliance and any specific protocols you follow to adhere to regulations. Mention your experience in reviewing documentation and processes to maintain compliance.

Share the methods you employ for billing analysis, such as data aggregation or trend analysis, and how they help you derive actionable insights.

Explain your approach to managing customer rebates, including how you ensure accuracy according to contract terms and how you communicate with clients regarding their billing.

Reflect on potential challenges you foresee in the role, such as keeping up with changes in regulations or managing deadlines, and express your strategies for overcoming them.