Billing Specialist I

Company Cox Automotive - USA Job Family Group Finance Job Profile Billing Specialist I Management Level Individual Contributor Flexible Work Option No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location Travel % No Work Shift Day Compensation Hourly base pay rate is $16.59 - $24.86/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program. Job Description Cox Fleet keeps your fleet moving! Headquartered in Indianapolis, Cox Fleet has grown to become one of the largest fleet maintenance companies in the country. Cox Fleet is the leading provider of on-site mobile maintenance and repair services nationwide, offering mobile on-site fleet service for light medium, and heavy-duty trucks and trailers. Cox leet also services customers utilizing its 20+ nationwide service centers; each offering selects services, such as accident repair, paint, refurbishment, and heavy mechanical repair. Supported by a 24/7 in-house call-center, Cox Fleet provides maintenance scheduled and unscheduled services to fleets anywhere, anytime. Cox Fleet, the largest independent fleet maintenance company in the country, is currently hiring a Billing Specialist I . As a Billing Specialist I , you will be Accountable for creating invoices out of repair orders and submitting to customers for approval and/or payment with required documentation. In addition, you will assist in working with technicians to create and submit estimates to customers for approval. Duties & Responsibilities: Prepare repair orders (RO) by describing symptoms, problems, and causes discovered, as well as repairs and services required based on what technicians submit, entering RO into service database system. Verify technicians have selected correct VMRS code related to repairs made and billing hours are in-line with standard repair times. Prepare actual invoice off created RO by applying customer specific rates and mark-ups. Improve RO quality by identifying weak points (e.g., the story, missing information, incorrect information), edit ROs such that customer disputes are eliminated while CAMFS invoices full amount for service provided. Reach out to technicians and Mobile Technician Leaders on repairs and required information to process invoices. Create vehicle repair service estimates based on complied information from Mobile Technicians and Customers. Communicate with customers via email, fax, or phone to retrieve purchase order approvals and/or discuss billing issues. Gather necessary paperwork and upload into system for records. Requirements High School Diploma/GED required Proficient with Mitchell One or similar estimating systems preferred Strong communication (written, verbal and phone) and customer service skills Proficient computer skills (MS Office, emails, typing, etc.)/software navigation capabilities to generate repair estimates and edit and process invoices Has a sense of urgency daily; is action oriented; acting with a minimum of planning. Existing knowledge of standard repair times (SRT) for common services. Experience in service writing is preferred Works well independently but also effective within team environment Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Maintains professional but friendly demeanor. Demonstrates strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Communicates clearly and effectively. Pays close attention to detail. Exhibit’s ability to remain calm and polite when dealing with frustrated customers and/or technicians. Drug Testing To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited. Benefits Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of 6.67 hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave. About Us Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship. EOE, including disability/vets Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.