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Billing and Posting Clerks

Also called: Billing Clerk, Billing Coordinator, Pre-Audit Clerk, Statement Clerk

What they do:

Compile, compute, and record billing, accounting, statistical, and other numerical data for billing purposes. Prepare billing invoices for services rendered or for delivery or shipment of goods.

On the job, you would:
  • Verify accuracy of billing data and revise any errors.
  • Resolve discrepancies in accounting records.
  • Prepare itemized statements, bills, or invoices and record amounts due for items purchased or services rendered.
On the job, you'll need:

Business

  • administrative services
  • customer service

Arts and Humanities

  • English language

Math and Science

  • arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics

Engineering and Technology

  • computers and electronics

Basic Skills

  • reading work related information
  • using math to solve problems

Problem Solving

  • noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it

Verbal

  • read and understand what is written
  • communicate by speaking

Math

  • add, subtract, multiply, or divide

Conventional

People interested in this work like activities that include data, detail, and regular routines.

  • Integrity
  • Dependability
  • Attention to Detail
  • Independence
  • Concern for Others
  • Cooperation

Accounting software

  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Sage 50 Accounting

Presentation software

  • Microsoft PowerPoint

Medical software

  • Epic Systems
  • MEDITECH software

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Job Outlook

The job outlook for this position is Below Average.

New job opportunities are less likely in the future.

Median Annual Salary: $42,810

Education

Some college or high school diploma/GED is usually needed.