Billing and Posting Clerks

What this job is

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.

What they do day to day

• Verify accuracy of billing data and revise any errors.
• Prepare itemized statements, bills, or invoices and record amounts due for items purchased or services rendered.
• Keep records of invoices and support documents.
• Operate typing, adding, calculating, or billing machines.
• Create billing documents, shipping labels, credit memorandums, or credit forms.
• Perform general administrative tasks, such as answering telephones, scheduling appointments, and ordering supplies or equipment.
• Contact customers to obtain or relay account information.
• Review compiled data on operating costs and revenues to set rates.
• Answer inquiries regarding rates, routing, or procedures.
• Load machines with statements, cancelled checks, or envelopes to prepare statements for distribution to customers or stuff envelopes by hand.

Skills and knowledge that matter most

Importance rated by people working in the job (1 = not important, 5 = extremely important).

Education and preparation

Preparation level 2 of 5 — Some preparation. Usually a high school diploma; some previous work experience or training helps.

Typical entry education (BLS): High school diploma or equivalent.

Who this job suits

Based on the Holland (RIASEC) interest profile for this occupation.

Job titles you'll see in postings

Related careers

• Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks$50,670
• Customer Service Representatives$44,770
• Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks$49,230
• Office Clerks, General$45,010
• Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks$50,080
• Brokerage Clerks$65,750
• Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks$58,260
• Bill and Account Collectors$47,030