Job Location:

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Utility Billing Specialist I completes and/or coordinates the calculation of utility charges for tenants at assigned facilities; validates calculations performed by other Energy Services personnel or third party providers.  The Utility Billing Specialist I is responsible for the accounting of utility services at assigned facilities.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

General:

• Ensure accurate utility information is accounted for by property.
• Validate utility usages by property.
• Assist with the maintenance of utility rate libraries. 
• Assist with maintenance of historical and calculated use libraries.
• Coordinate the planning and implementation of energy audits between third parties and property managers for assigned facilities.

Charge Calculations:

• Based on monthly schedule, complete charge adjustments for assigned facilities for gas, water, electricity and/ or central plant/HVAC. 
• Complete financial documentation as required
• For assigned facilities complete and evaluate utility allocations
• For assigned facilities work with paralegals, collectors, lease accounting, and accountant as related to questions regarding completed billings.

Operations:

• Work with field personnel as related to utility allocations, meter readings, tenant changes/charges, and information related to budgets.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Business degree or 4 years related experience required.
• Ability to research and compile analytical data.
• Expert Excel user with working knowledge of Access and other Microsoft Office applications.
• A high degree of verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate with various management levels is required.
• Strong organization and analytical skills with attention to detail
• Self-starter with the ability to multi-task and achieve goals