Billing Specialist

Summary

Cognizant is seeking a Billing Specialist to support its finance and operations team. The role prepares and issues invoices, responds to billing inquiries, resolves discrepancies, reviews billing accuracy, and communicates with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide billing support to Project Managers by preparing and issuing invoices in accordance with customer requirements and project billing schedules
• Respond to billing inquiries and resolve invoice-related issues in a timely and professional manner
• Review billing information for accuracy and ensure compliance with customer guidelines and internal processes
• Utilize strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot billing discrepancies and recommend solutions
• Maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders regarding billing matters

Skills

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Willingness to work overtime as needed, specifically from the 1st through the 4th of each month, regardless of whether those dates fall on a weekday, weekend, or holiday
• At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States
• Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role
• Experience supporting invoicing, billing, or accounts receivable functions
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Experience working with financial systems and reporting tools

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Willingness to work overtime as needed, specifically from the 1st through the 4th of each month, regardless of whether those dates fall on a weekday, weekend, or holiday
• At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States
• Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role

Nice to Haves

• Experience supporting invoicing, billing, or accounts receivable functions
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Experience working with financial systems and reporting tools

Benefits

• This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• This is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States.
• Various wellbeing programs