Shared Services Accounting Specialist

Job Title

BTVK Advisory is a leading advisory firm whose specialized professionals guide clients through an ever-changing business world, helping them win now and anticipate tomorrow.

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Job Description

Responsibilities: Partner with internal clients to accurately produce client invoices based on contracts and services provided, often complex in nature, while meeting deadlines; recommend appropriate billing actions to achieve desired outcomes. Ensure accuracy and completeness of invoices, including checking for errors or discrepancies. Compile and present billing and accounting data in a clear & concise format; provide analysis as necessary. Research and resolve inquiries regarding billing issues. Resolve billing disputes and discrepancies in a timely manner and effectively communicate with internal and external clients at all levels; develop relationships, build rapport, and effectively interact with partners, vendors and internal customers. Provide guidance to junior team members, handle escalated issues independently. Actively seek out and participate in special assignments. Consistently delivers a superior level of client service. Apply sound independent judgment to understand and meet the needs of internal customers; use knowledge of systems and best practices to advise customers on the impacts of accounting transactions. Use knowledge of system and workflow impacts across the firm to solve billing related issues and identify improvement opportunities.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required, emphasis in accounting, finance or a related field preferred, emphasis in accounting, finance, or a business-related field preferred. Minimum of 2+ year related experience required; experience in accounting preferred; experience in a professional services environment preferred. Experience with Workday is Mandatory. Experience in using billing software and accounting systems. Proven commitment to providing exceptional client service. Ability to effectively research and comprehend complex problems, think critically, and identify creative solutions. Superior verbal and written communication skills including the ability to articulate complex issues. Ability to plan and execute work efficiently and to contribute to process improvement initiatives. Ability to independently exercise good business judgment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint). Ability to travel as needed; approximately 5%.