Billing and Posting Clerk

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Billing and Posting 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.

Also Called: Account Services Representative (Accounts Services Rep), Biller, Billing Clerk, Billing Coordinator, Item Processing Clerk (IP Clerk), Medical Biller, Pre-Audit Clerk, Statement Clerk, Statement Distribution Clerk, Statement Services Representative (Statement Services Rep), Account Services Representative (Accounts Services Rep), Biller, Billing Clerk, Billing Coordinator, Item Processing Clerk (IP Clerk), Medical Biller, Pre-Audit Clerk, Statement Clerk, Statement Distribution Clerk, Statement Services Representative (Statement Services Rep)

$34,360
Starting Salary (2023)
$45,590
Median Salary (2023)
0.0%
Projected Job Growth
430,220
Employment (2022)

Typical Tasks

Operate typing, adding, calculating, or billing machines.
Verify accuracy of billing data and revise any errors.
Keep records of invoices and support documents.
Fix minor problems, such as equipment jams, and notify repair personnel of major equipment problems.
Verify signatures and required information on checks.

A day in the life

What kind of work is this?

Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Enterprising
Business based Work
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Integrity
Dependability
Attention to Detail
Independence
Concern for Others
Cooperation

What key skills are needed for this job?

Reading Comprehension
Mathematics
Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Monitoring
Speaking

Expected Knowledge

Administrative
Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Common Activities

Working with Computers
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Processing Information
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

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