Billing Accounts Specialist I

Billing Accounts Specialist I City of South Bend - 3.5 South Bend, IN Job Details Full-time Up to $25.42 an hour 6 days ago Qualifications Computer literacy High school diploma or

GED Full Job Description SALARY:

Up to $25.42 per hour

SCHEDULE

8:00 am - 4:30 pm with 30 minute lunch M-F Schedule may vary depending on department needs

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for processing/editing input to the Utilities computer system. As a leader and employee of the City of South Bend, you are called upon to serve in a manner that supports

Our Core Values:

Excellence, Accountability, Innovation, Inclusion, and Empowerment as you carry out our primary employee expectations: Champion Values & Organizational Pride, Champion Operational Excellence, Make Sound Decisions, Embrace Coaching and Accountability, Communicate with Excellence, Value Diverse People and Perspectives, Embrace Personal Development, Exhibit a Positive Attitude and Own Your Health, Wellness & Safety

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Not applicable

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This list represents the types of duties required by the position. Other duties may be assigned as reasonably expected. Works account cleanup projects as assigned. Prepare and maintain data reports regarding different aspects of customer accounts including consumption, revenues, and other miscellaneous information. Analyze account data for billing accuracy by processing reading edits and taking corrective actions as needed. Processing re-reads, hold reports, assisting with fatal work queue as well as pre-billing and billing work queues. Reviews billing reports after running edits for quality control. Post-billing review by participating in review of billing samples, tracking, and communicating findings with Billing and Accounts Manager. Process account adjustments as needed to correct any billing errors. Correcting accounts within On-line posting, rerunning edit reports after corrections made. Correcting and performing maintenance on accounts. Clear, accurate and thorough communication on the daily processes e-mail chain to communicate start and finish of billing processes. Review Average Winter consumption calculation changes. Prepare, send, and follow up on various customer related letters, place calls to customers as appropriate. Initiates, monitors, and completes work orders as needed. Audit accounts by reviewing reports and handling data-clean-up. Handles sewer repairs on customer accounts. Communicates with title agencies about past due sewer balances. Reviews new accounts for completion and accuracy, communicates with non-residential customers regarding account set up as well as residential irrigation account set up.

NON-ESSENTIAL/MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

Process return mail. Complete special projects assigned by the Billing and Accounts Manager. Assume additional responsibilities as directed or as delegated. Input meter sets, exchanges, and removals; complete meter work orders in database as needed to back up field service.

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. High School Diploma or equivalent education required. Accurate mathematical ability in order to compute consumption and corrective and prorated bills.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of computer terminal operations Ability to interpret computer reports and messages Ability to interact effectively with a variety of personalities In-depth knowledge of City Ordinance regarding available services and understanding of BOD/BOS backflow and other miscellaneous charges

CERTIFICATES, LICENSE, REGISTRATION

Not applicable.

EQUIPMENT

Desktop or laptop computer, calculator, telephone, copier, printer, and fax machine.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and walk, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, use hands to fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required in this job include vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed primarily in the office. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in the office. Entire office is smoke free.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The City of South Bend is an at will employer.