Billing Consultant job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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Billing consultant requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in billing consultant job postings.
Sample billing consultant requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related)
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.)
- 5+ years of billing experience
Sample required billing consultant soft skills
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment
- Excellent problem-solving and customer service skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Billing Consultant job description example 1
Health IQ billing consultant job description
At Health IQ, our vision is to ensure that the 1.5B seniors live their golden years better than the previous generations. We believe in rewarding the health conscious through savings, literacy, and educational tools.
We are a diverse and innovative group of individuals who thrive on big data and proven results. Our approach has enabled us to grow from roughly 200 to 900+ employees over the last year and we expect continued growth and opportunities. If you believe that being health conscious can improve lives and want to make a tangible difference through your work, then you'll love what we're doing at Health IQ – apply and join the team!
Provide subject matter expertise in the following areas, with focus on Medicare Advantage insurance plans:
Insurance coverage for patient benefits and needs across a spectrum of chronic medical conditions, including out-of-pocket costs, maximum benefit, and coverage frequency
Overcoming pain points in patient's journey to obtain insurance approval for specific patient benefits and needs, including need for referrals and pre-authorizations
Insurance plan comparison frameworks to provide patients with the robust coverage while minimizing out-of-pocket costs
C-SNP and D-SNP insurance plan coverage and solutions
Skills
3+ years working in the medical billing department of physician offices and/or hospitals, with strong preference for experience working in multiple specialties affecting the older adult population Demonstrated expertise in Medicare Advantage plan coverage and reimbursement Knowledge with ICD-10, CPT, and revenue codes Experience working with CMS benefit databases such as HPMS and PBP a plus
To make the world a healthier place, we started in our backyard. We created a health-conscious environment that allows each of our employees to reach their personal health goals. Below are a few of the employee-led programs that make working at Health IQ truly unique.
Career Growth
As a rapidly growing company, new opportunities for growth and development continue to become available. We believe in promoting from within, and look to reward high performing employees with new opportunities.
Celebration
We believe the key is to celebrate those who have improved their health rather than cajole those who haven't. We look for employees who take this positive and optimistic view in their work lives.
Service to Seniors
Our whole mission and vision is to serve seniors to improve their health. We want employees who believe true happiness comes from being in service to others. We call these employees Health Heroes.
Personal Responsibility
We believe that only you can make the decision to improve your own health and no one else can do this for you. We look for employees that tend to do the same.
Excellent benefits
Competitive rates for our employees' costs toward medical, dental and vision insurance. We offer a 401K, and pay 100% of your life insurance benefit option! We also offer various Flexible Spending Account (FSA) benefits to meet you and/or your families needs. Only full-time employees are eligible for benefits.
Join a Remote-first Culture
Our flexible, totally remote environment allows us to hire top talent throughout the U.S. The world has changed, and we've learned that being in an office is no longer the best way for our employees and our company to thrive.
We are a diverse and innovative group of individuals who thrive on big data and proven results. Our approach has enabled us to grow from roughly 200 to 900+ employees over the last year and we expect continued growth and opportunities. If you believe that being health conscious can improve lives and want to make a tangible difference through your work, then you'll love what we're doing at Health IQ – apply and join the team!
Provide subject matter expertise in the following areas, with focus on Medicare Advantage insurance plans:
Insurance coverage for patient benefits and needs across a spectrum of chronic medical conditions, including out-of-pocket costs, maximum benefit, and coverage frequency
Overcoming pain points in patient's journey to obtain insurance approval for specific patient benefits and needs, including need for referrals and pre-authorizations
Insurance plan comparison frameworks to provide patients with the robust coverage while minimizing out-of-pocket costs
C-SNP and D-SNP insurance plan coverage and solutions
Skills
3+ years working in the medical billing department of physician offices and/or hospitals, with strong preference for experience working in multiple specialties affecting the older adult population Demonstrated expertise in Medicare Advantage plan coverage and reimbursement Knowledge with ICD-10, CPT, and revenue codes Experience working with CMS benefit databases such as HPMS and PBP a plus
To make the world a healthier place, we started in our backyard. We created a health-conscious environment that allows each of our employees to reach their personal health goals. Below are a few of the employee-led programs that make working at Health IQ truly unique.
Career Growth
As a rapidly growing company, new opportunities for growth and development continue to become available. We believe in promoting from within, and look to reward high performing employees with new opportunities.
Celebration
We believe the key is to celebrate those who have improved their health rather than cajole those who haven't. We look for employees who take this positive and optimistic view in their work lives.
Service to Seniors
Our whole mission and vision is to serve seniors to improve their health. We want employees who believe true happiness comes from being in service to others. We call these employees Health Heroes.
Personal Responsibility
We believe that only you can make the decision to improve your own health and no one else can do this for you. We look for employees that tend to do the same.
Excellent benefits
Competitive rates for our employees' costs toward medical, dental and vision insurance. We offer a 401K, and pay 100% of your life insurance benefit option! We also offer various Flexible Spending Account (FSA) benefits to meet you and/or your families needs. Only full-time employees are eligible for benefits.
Join a Remote-first Culture
Our flexible, totally remote environment allows us to hire top talent throughout the U.S. The world has changed, and we've learned that being in an office is no longer the best way for our employees and our company to thrive.
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Billing Consultant job description example 2
Unum billing consultant job description
Unum is a company of people serving people. As one of the world's leading employee benefits providers and a Fortune 500 company, Unum's financial protection benefits help protect more than 36 million working people and their families from the financial impact of illness or injury.
Unum's two distinct, but similarly focused US businesses - Unum US and Colonial Life - are each a market leader in making disability, life, accident, critical illness, dental, and vision insurance accessible in the workplace.
Headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Unum also has significant US operations in Portland, Maine and Baton Rouge, Louisiana - and over 35 field offices nationwide. Colonial Life is headquartered in Columbia, South Carolina with over 40 field offices nationwide.
What Makes Unum Unique?
We want you to have more than a job; we want you to have a career where you can grow by developing and harnessing your strengths. As a benefits company, we help other companies care for their employees by providing a financial safety net. As a market leader, we lead by example by ensuring our employees know they are valued and giving them the best opportunity to succeed professionally and personally.
Here's how we do that:
Award winning culture
Prioritizing inclusion and diversity
Stellar benefits
Generous PTO (including paid time to volunteer!)
Up to 9.5% company contribution to 401K
Mental health support
Career advancement opportunities
Student loan repayment options
Tuition reimbursement
And that is just the beginning...
Every role at Unum is meaningful. With the help of our 10,000 employees, we protect over 39 million people worldwide during life's ups and downs. Whether claimants are expecting a new family member or going through a tough loss, we are here to support them and make the process as easy as possible. Help us help others and join our incredible team today!
This is an entry level position of a Billing Experience Consultant three-tiered career path. Billing Experience Consultant's partner with other departments to ensure the accuracy of invoices, correspond with clients to follow up on outstanding payments, and resolve billing related issues. Work is performed under general supervision according to established guidelines. This position is a customer facing role that services the following products: Unum Group, Colonial Life, Voluntary Benefits while delivering a consistent and predictable quality billing experience. The ideal candidate would be a highly motivated individual with an attention to detail, problem solving and a positive attitude while working in a fast-paced environment. This position is a key contributor to building customer loyalty which drives positive persistency and supports achieving top and bottom-line growth objectives for Unum.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for policy administration and the coordination of activities associated with Group or VB (Voluntary Benefits) plan, fee related products and services, and support one or more Unum Platforms Support, educate, and resolve billing inquiries and research from external and internal partners Perform comprehensive audits including, but not limited to, enrollment activity, premium remittance and allocation, compensation validation and policy changes Drive customer satisfaction by managing and prioritizing the high volumes of email and phone inquiries from internal and external customers Ability to work and collaborate effectively across functional teams to identify and resolve customer billing issues. This may involve working with individual policyholders, plan administrators, client services and field partners, implementation managers, underwriting partners, and brokers or third-party administrators as needed Manage and analyze various daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports and data (Daily Registers, Suspense Accounts, and Due and Unpaid reports at group and policy level) and take appropriate actions as needed Accountable for individual and team level metrics to ensure that departmental goals are met Understand and apply all company policies and procedures to ensure service standards are met Assists in improvement opportunities (assisting with projects and piloting new workflows and procedures). Maintain high quality standards and accuracy on all interactions and outputs Assist field partners and implementation managers with billing timeline development for new and reenrolled accounts, including change and deduction needs. Obtaining initial premium payment for enrollments events. May perform other duties as assigned Commit to own personal development.
Job Specifications
Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent, relevant business experience required. 2-4 years industry-related experience in a customer service role. Strong customer service orientation Effective communication and collaboration skills, both verbal and written Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment; Good organizational and time management skills Good interpersonal negotiation, persuasion, and conflict management skills Strong Excel skills Solid research and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound business decisions Solid mathematical aptitude, analytical skills, and attention to detail. Solid understanding of insurance marketplace This position is open to different levels based on experience.
Our company is built on helping individuals and families, and this starts with our employees. We want employees to maintain a positive balance, which is why we provide access to the benefits and resources they need to invest in themselves. From our onsite fitness facilities and generous paid time off to employee professional development programs, we are committed to helping employees live and work their best - both inside and outside the office.
Unum is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement, without regard to a person's race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status.
Company:
Unum
Unum's two distinct, but similarly focused US businesses - Unum US and Colonial Life - are each a market leader in making disability, life, accident, critical illness, dental, and vision insurance accessible in the workplace.
Headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Unum also has significant US operations in Portland, Maine and Baton Rouge, Louisiana - and over 35 field offices nationwide. Colonial Life is headquartered in Columbia, South Carolina with over 40 field offices nationwide.
What Makes Unum Unique?
We want you to have more than a job; we want you to have a career where you can grow by developing and harnessing your strengths. As a benefits company, we help other companies care for their employees by providing a financial safety net. As a market leader, we lead by example by ensuring our employees know they are valued and giving them the best opportunity to succeed professionally and personally.
Here's how we do that:
Award winning culture
Prioritizing inclusion and diversity
Stellar benefits
Generous PTO (including paid time to volunteer!)
Up to 9.5% company contribution to 401K
Mental health support
Career advancement opportunities
Student loan repayment options
Tuition reimbursement
And that is just the beginning...
Every role at Unum is meaningful. With the help of our 10,000 employees, we protect over 39 million people worldwide during life's ups and downs. Whether claimants are expecting a new family member or going through a tough loss, we are here to support them and make the process as easy as possible. Help us help others and join our incredible team today!
This is an entry level position of a Billing Experience Consultant three-tiered career path. Billing Experience Consultant's partner with other departments to ensure the accuracy of invoices, correspond with clients to follow up on outstanding payments, and resolve billing related issues. Work is performed under general supervision according to established guidelines. This position is a customer facing role that services the following products: Unum Group, Colonial Life, Voluntary Benefits while delivering a consistent and predictable quality billing experience. The ideal candidate would be a highly motivated individual with an attention to detail, problem solving and a positive attitude while working in a fast-paced environment. This position is a key contributor to building customer loyalty which drives positive persistency and supports achieving top and bottom-line growth objectives for Unum.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for policy administration and the coordination of activities associated with Group or VB (Voluntary Benefits) plan, fee related products and services, and support one or more Unum Platforms Support, educate, and resolve billing inquiries and research from external and internal partners Perform comprehensive audits including, but not limited to, enrollment activity, premium remittance and allocation, compensation validation and policy changes Drive customer satisfaction by managing and prioritizing the high volumes of email and phone inquiries from internal and external customers Ability to work and collaborate effectively across functional teams to identify and resolve customer billing issues. This may involve working with individual policyholders, plan administrators, client services and field partners, implementation managers, underwriting partners, and brokers or third-party administrators as needed Manage and analyze various daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports and data (Daily Registers, Suspense Accounts, and Due and Unpaid reports at group and policy level) and take appropriate actions as needed Accountable for individual and team level metrics to ensure that departmental goals are met Understand and apply all company policies and procedures to ensure service standards are met Assists in improvement opportunities (assisting with projects and piloting new workflows and procedures). Maintain high quality standards and accuracy on all interactions and outputs Assist field partners and implementation managers with billing timeline development for new and reenrolled accounts, including change and deduction needs. Obtaining initial premium payment for enrollments events. May perform other duties as assigned Commit to own personal development.
Job Specifications
Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent, relevant business experience required. 2-4 years industry-related experience in a customer service role. Strong customer service orientation Effective communication and collaboration skills, both verbal and written Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment; Good organizational and time management skills Good interpersonal negotiation, persuasion, and conflict management skills Strong Excel skills Solid research and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound business decisions Solid mathematical aptitude, analytical skills, and attention to detail. Solid understanding of insurance marketplace This position is open to different levels based on experience.
Our company is built on helping individuals and families, and this starts with our employees. We want employees to maintain a positive balance, which is why we provide access to the benefits and resources they need to invest in themselves. From our onsite fitness facilities and generous paid time off to employee professional development programs, we are committed to helping employees live and work their best - both inside and outside the office.
Unum is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement, without regard to a person's race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status.
Company:
Unum
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Billing Consultant job description example 3
Control Risks billing consultant job description
This position may be based in Washington DC or Houston. This position also has the potential to be part-time, depending on the selected candidate's availability. However, if part-time, the selected candidate must be able to work the first 3 business days of each month.
The overall objective of the Technology Billing Consultant is to assist the North America Technology practice in performing financial reporting, accruals and invoicing activities. Possessing strong organizational skills and efficient work habits are qualities sought in a Technology Billing Consultant.
In return, the Technology Billing Consultant will receive hands-on exposure to the inner workings and commercial management of a global Forensics, eDiscovery and Data Analytics practice supporting regulatory investigations, compliance matters and complex litigation.
As a Technology Billing Consultant, you will have the opportunity to work with accountants, finance professionals, project managers and consultants across the Technology practice and within the Project Operations and Accounting teams. In supporting our teams, you will be assisting top global law firms and Fortune 500 clients in high-stakes litigation, internal investigations and regulatory matters. You will be able to:
Learn about commercial pricing models and complex fee arrangements for professional services and technology offerings
Execute reporting from various time entry and expense systems to account for consulting time to be billed to clients
Understand the platforms and revenue calculations for non-hourly income streams, such as data processing and hosting charges and user fees
Support month-end accruals and department revenue recognition
Coordinate creation of finalized client invoices with appropriate backing details
Track and document progress against monthly accrual and billing cycles
Analyze monthly management financial summary reports
Requirements
Essential
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel). Strong Excel skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Solid organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize work and great follow-up.
Self-starter who is results oriented, resourceful, and an out of the box thinker.
Desirable
Experience with Microsoft PowerPivot and Power BI.
Interest in data analytics, AI and/or machine learning.
Behaviors
All employees are expected to display behaviors reflective of our company values: Integrity and Ethics, Collaboration and Teamwork, Commitment to People and Professionalism and Excellence.
Benefits
Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarised in the full job offer.
Control Risks supports hybrid working arrangements, wherever possible, that emphasise the value of in-person time together - in the office and with our clients - while continuing to support flexible and remote working.
Medical Benefits, Prescription Benefits, FSA, Dental Benefits, Vision Benefits, Life and AD&D, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Disability Benefits, Voluntary Benefits, 401 (K) Retirement, Nationwide Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us and are fully committed to equal treatment, free from discrimination, of all candidates throughout our recruitment process.
The overall objective of the Technology Billing Consultant is to assist the North America Technology practice in performing financial reporting, accruals and invoicing activities. Possessing strong organizational skills and efficient work habits are qualities sought in a Technology Billing Consultant.
In return, the Technology Billing Consultant will receive hands-on exposure to the inner workings and commercial management of a global Forensics, eDiscovery and Data Analytics practice supporting regulatory investigations, compliance matters and complex litigation.
As a Technology Billing Consultant, you will have the opportunity to work with accountants, finance professionals, project managers and consultants across the Technology practice and within the Project Operations and Accounting teams. In supporting our teams, you will be assisting top global law firms and Fortune 500 clients in high-stakes litigation, internal investigations and regulatory matters. You will be able to:
Learn about commercial pricing models and complex fee arrangements for professional services and technology offerings
Execute reporting from various time entry and expense systems to account for consulting time to be billed to clients
Understand the platforms and revenue calculations for non-hourly income streams, such as data processing and hosting charges and user fees
Support month-end accruals and department revenue recognition
Coordinate creation of finalized client invoices with appropriate backing details
Track and document progress against monthly accrual and billing cycles
Analyze monthly management financial summary reports
Requirements
Essential
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel). Strong Excel skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Solid organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize work and great follow-up.
Self-starter who is results oriented, resourceful, and an out of the box thinker.
Desirable
Experience with Microsoft PowerPivot and Power BI.
Interest in data analytics, AI and/or machine learning.
Behaviors
All employees are expected to display behaviors reflective of our company values: Integrity and Ethics, Collaboration and Teamwork, Commitment to People and Professionalism and Excellence.
Benefits
Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarised in the full job offer.
Control Risks supports hybrid working arrangements, wherever possible, that emphasise the value of in-person time together - in the office and with our clients - while continuing to support flexible and remote working.
Medical Benefits, Prescription Benefits, FSA, Dental Benefits, Vision Benefits, Life and AD&D, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Disability Benefits, Voluntary Benefits, 401 (K) Retirement, Nationwide Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us and are fully committed to equal treatment, free from discrimination, of all candidates throughout our recruitment process.
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Updated March 14, 2024