Billing Specialist

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting is seeking an experienced Billing Specialist with strong Deltek Costpoint expertise to support end-to-end billing operations within a government contracting environment. This role is responsible for accurate and timely invoicing across multiple contract types, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, and supporting month-end close activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit customer invoices in accordance with contract terms and billing schedules
• Manage billing for a range of contract types, including:
  • Time & Materials (T&M)
  • Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF)
  • Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF)
  • Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
• Ensure compliance with applicable government regulations and company policies
• Perform unbilled analysis to monitor and resolve unbilled receivables
• Reconcile billing data and investigate discrepancies in collaboration with project teams and finance
• Support Accounts Receivable (AR) month-end close, including reporting and reconciliations
• Maintain accurate billing records and documentation for audit readiness
• Partner with Program Managers, Contracts, and Finance teams to resolve billing issues and improve processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of billing experience in a government contracting environment
• Hands-on experience with Deltek Costpoint (required)
• Strong knowledge of T&M, CPFF, CPAF, and FFP contract billing
• Understanding of FAR, DFARS, and general government compliance requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data analysis)
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment