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Billing and Posting Clerks

Billing and Posting Clerks is the O*NET name for people who compile, compute, and record billing, accounting, statistical, and other numerical data for billing purposes. The skills rated most useful are reading comprehension, speaking, and writing. A regular part of the work is to verify accuracy of billing data and revise any errors. On the six-type interest model it reads CRE, meaning orderly work with data, records and clear procedures comes first, followed by hands-on work with tools, machines or the physical world. Getting in usually takes a few months to a year of learning on the job, a level O*NET calls some preparation. People who want orderly work with data, records and clear procedures usually fit better here than those who need creative work with room for original expression.

What they do

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.

Main tasks

  • 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.

Skills

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Speaking
  • Writing
  • Monitoring
  • Mathematics
  • Critical Thinking

Who this career fits

May suit you if

  • You like clear rules and getting the details right.
  • You want to start work after a short stretch of training.
  • You are comfortable relying on reading comprehension and speaking.

May not suit you if

  • You get restless with routine, records and exact procedures.
  • You need creative expression to be a big part of your day. Artistic rates 1.0 out of 7 here.
  • You want a career built on years of advanced study.

Interest profile

O*NET rates each occupation from 1 to 7 on six interest types. The code CRE takes the three highest, and Conventional comes first here.

Preparation

Some preparation. Most people start with a high school diploma, then learn from experienced coworkers over a few months to a year.

Also called

  • Biller
  • Billing Accounts Representative
  • Billing Clerk
  • Billing Coordinator
  • Billing Specialist

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This page includes information from the O*NET 31.0 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA.