Billing Clerk

Cogent Talent SolutionsForest Hill, Maryland

$50,000 - $65,000 / year

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Compensation

$50,000-$65,000/year

Job Description

Position Summary

The Billing Clerk is responsible for executing the day-to-day billing and accounts payable functions with accuracy, timeliness, and complete documentation. This role processes 35–45 bills per month across multiple contract platforms, manages job setup in SAGE 50, maintains billing logs, prepares lien waivers, and supports monthly billing cycles. The Billing Clerk directly relieves the Accounting Manager of high-volume transactional work, enabling senior staff to focus on financial oversight, compliance, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Process 35–45 client bills per billing cycle (twice monthly) in compliance with individual contract requirements

• Review contracts prior to billing to confirm billing terms, retention rates, and approved line items

• Create and configure new jobs in SAGE 50 based on reviewed contract terms

• Build and maintain corresponding billing spreadsheets aligned to SAGE job records

• Receive, code, and track vendor and subcontractor invoices in SAGE 50

• Prepare and manage lien waivers for subcontractors in conjunction with payment processing

• Escalate payment disputes or unresolved invoice discrepancies to the Accounting Manager promptly

• Maintain the billing log with current status on all 35–45 active monthly bills throughout the billing cycle

• Support Accounting Manager with documentation requests during month-end close, external reviews, or audits

• Proactively communicate cycle status, volume, and known delays on a scheduled basis

Qualifications

Education

Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field preferred

High school diploma or equivalent required; relevant experience may substitute for degree

Experience

Minimum 2 years of billing, accounts payable, or accounting support experience required

Experience in construction, contractor, or project-based billing strongly preferred

Familiarity with contract billing platforms (Textura, Procore, or similar) preferred

Experience with SAGE 50 or comparable accounting software preferred

Knowledge & Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data entry, formatting, and formula-based tracking

Understanding of basic accounts payable and accounts receivable workflows

Ability to read and interpret contract billing terms, retention clauses, and payment schedules

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in high-volume, deadline-driven environments

Organized, self-managing work style with ability to maintain multiple billing cycles simultaneously

Clear written and verbal communication; able to coordinate with project managers and vendors

$50,000 - $65,000 a year

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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FAQs About Billing Clerk Jobs at Cogent Talent Solutions

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This job at Cogent Talent Solutions is located in Forest Hill, Maryland, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Cogent Talent Solutions?

Candidates can expect a pay range of $50,000 and $65,000 per year.

What employment applies to this position at Cogent Talent Solutions?

Cogent Talent Solutions lists this role as a Full-time position.

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Cogent Talent Solutions is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

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