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Billing clerks calculate charges, develop bills and prepare them to be mailed to customers. By reviewing purchasing records and making or verifying calculations, they ensure that even the most complicated bills are accurate.
Billing clerks review all necessary information, compute the charges, then prepare itemized statements, bills, or invoices used for billing and recordkeeping purposes. In some organizations, the clerk might prepare a bill containing the amount due and the date and type of service; in others, the clerk might produce a more detailed invoice with codes for all goods and services provided. They might also list the items sold, the terms of credit, the date of shipment or of service, and a salesperson’s or doctor’s identification. In addition to producing invoices, billing clerks may be asked to handle follow-up questions from customers and resolve any discrepancies or errors.
How long will it take?
Billing clerks generally need at least a high school diploma, but many employers prefer workers who have completed some college courses. Some certificate programs at AC can be completed in less than a year!
How much can you earn?
Median hourly earnings of billing and posting clerks and machine operators were $28,850 in May 2006.
Where can you work?
Anywhere! All industries employ billing clerks; the health care industry employs the most.
AC can help you get there!
