Billing Specialist II

MediaNews Group•Willoughby, OH

About The Position

This position is responsible for Billing processes for all Properties (Newspapers) owned by MediaNews Group. This includes, but is not limited to; rating, billing, custom contracts, special pricing, contract entry, adjustments. A Billing Accountant may be assigned to the Advertising side of the business.

Requirements

Accounting process and controls knowledge
Ability to read and comprehend written instructions (including process, policy and procedures manuals), correspondence and financial documents
Demonstrated ability to create Excel spreadsheets using formulas as needed
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Self-initiative, good interpersonal skills, attention to detail, team collaboration skills, customer-focused
Associate’s degree or two years’ experience within MNG required; Bachelor’s degree in business and/or a combination of college education and experience preferred
Knowledge of automated billing systems (Mactive and/or PBS system preferred)

Responsibilities

For assigned Properties (Newspapers), generate advertising billing files, ensuring accuracy of data prior to submission
Perform Month End processing
Be a subject matter expert in ad rating (Mactive system)
Work “wrong rate and rating error queues” in Mactive, releasing ads to print
Review accuracy of contracts and rates entered by SSC
Be the key contact for local Advertising departments for billing issues
Transmit statement files to Shoom for eInvoicing
Research and troubleshoot billing issues from the properties or internal questions
Train new employees on system and data entry
Responsible for testing and researching projects or system upgrades
Assist with unapplied payments (adjustments)