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Pappageorge Haymes Partners Project Billing Specialist in CHICAGO, Illinois
Pappageorge Haymes Partners (https://www.pappageorgehaymes.com/) (PH) is seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and proactive Project Billing Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the billing process, collaborating closely with Project Managers and ensuring accurate and timely invoicing.
Job Responsibilities:
Establish priorities, work independently, and achieve objectives without supervision
Collaborate with and support Principals-in-Charge (PIC) and Project Managers (PM) to ensure accurate billing and financial reporting:
Understand and adhere to contract terms
Provide accurate client invoices per contract terms
Review project labor and expenses with PIC and PMs for accuracy
Draft and process billing through interactive systems
Run reports and meet monthly invoicing deadlines
Transfer time/expenses between projects as needed and adjust timesheets
Final Billing:
Review preliminary invoices for appropriate labor, expenses, billing rates, and fee limits; make necessary changes
Additional Service Authorization (ASA) Forms:
Set up ASA numbers and maintain a tracking log.
Follow up on outstanding ASAs and provide project team updates.
Project Setup:
Set up projects by type (Hourly, Hourly to Max, Phase Fixed Fee)
Prepare budget worksheets and incorporate into Vision
General Vision Maintenance:
Review staff timesheets for accuracy and make adjustments
Ensure contract documents align with billing guidelines
Respond to client and contractor inquiries about accounting records
Answer inquiries from staff and clients, and provide financial updates to PMs
Experience:
3+ years of relevant experience, preferably within an architecture, engineering or other professional service firms
2+ years Deltek experience (preferred)
Proficient in MS Office, including Word and Excel
Analytical and reporting skills
Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting deadlines
Understanding of project accounting policies and procedures
Familiarity with professional services
Self-motivated and detail-oriented
Ability to work independently
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