Billing Clerk

​ Salary Range: $55,000 - $60,000
This posting is for an existing job vacancy.

For more than 90 years,   E.S. Fox Limited (ESFL) has set the standard for safety and quality in the construction and fabrication industry. We have been unique in the industry as the ones who have helped build Canada’s infrastructure. We possess the insight and expertise to stand behind everything we do.   

Our Strength is People  

With a strong commitment to health, safety, and the protection of the environment, ESFL has earned a reputation as a people-first, environmentally conscious and socially responsible provider. Our goal is to foster, cultivate, and preserve a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion so that all employees feel valued and respected.  

Our employees are our greatest asset. We strive to create an atmosphere that inspires free thinking, expression, and the promoting of individual differences, valuing the diverse contribution of skills, abilities, and experience.   

Why Join Our Team   

We offer you a rewarding career opportunity working within the thriving construction industry. We provide comprehensive benefits, including:  

• An attractive health and dental benefits package for you and your family (dependents)
• Health Care Spending Account and Healthy Living Wellness Account options  
• Employee Assistance Program   
• Group RSP with employer contribution  
• Competitive compensation  
• Support of professional growth  

Our office in Niagara Falls, ON, is looking for a Billing Clerk to join our team. 

Summary of the Role

Reporting to the Accounting Operations Manager, the Billing Clerk is responsible for performing various activities in the billing department, including data entry, information verification and bill generation. The Billing Clerk will also run reports and conduct research to aid in the investigation of billing discrepancies and may be involved in responding to customer and Project Manager inquiries regarding bills.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up jobs from a billing perspective, including the entry of labour rates, cost codes, material markups into the billing system.
• Review contracts to determine billing requirements.
• Co-ordinate with Project Managers to provide individual job reporting requirements for billing.
• Run and verify accuracy of computerized reports weekly on a per job or worksheet basis.
• Data entry of any required information for billing.
• Attention to detail and verification of customer charges.
• Review and/or prepare billing summary in Microsoft excel.
• Prepare paperless billing by adding text, pages, combining files.
• Run periodic reports to verify billings to make sure everything has been accounted for.
• Pricing field and shop material and labour as required.
• Perform such other duties or responsibilities as may be determined by the supervisor or manager.
• Work with other departments to gather information for billing and improve processes and workflow.
• Ensure responsibilities and accountabilities are carried out in a safe manner in accordance with E.S. Fox Limited safety policy/procedures, ISO 18001 standards and OHSA requirements.
• Ensures that environmental aspects within his/her sphere of responsibility are adhered to pursuant to ISO 14001 requirements.

Key Requirements, Experience and Skills

• 2-3 years' experience in accounting/finance environment.
• Completion of a college or university level business or accounting program is considered an asset.
• Accounting knowledge required - added knowledge in the construction industry knowledge is considered an asset.
• Experience working within the construction industry is considered an asset.
• Intermediate skill level working with Microsoft Office including Excel and Word.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Speed and accuracy of computerized data input.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Attributes

• Exceptional interpersonal skills and able to work with others in a professional manner.
• Well-organized, personable & positive attitude.

Competencies

Integrity

Quality and Continuous Improvement

Health & Safety Commitment

About E.S. Fox Limited  

ESFL is a privately owned, Canadian, multi-trade fabricator and constructor, providing a single-source solution for Industrial, Institutional, Commercial, and Power Generation sectors. ESFL has established a reputation for safety, executing high quality workmanship, operational flexibility, efficiency, and timely project completion.  

As a fully integrated, multi-trade construction firm, ESFL provides clients with a sole source solution for their detailed engineering, fabrication, construction, and maintenance needs. We are a solutions-based provider that delivers a superior level of service from ‘cradle to grave,’ as we offer multi-trade, service-oriented solutions for all your Industrial, Commercial, Institutional, and Energy products. ESFL continues to be a leader of Canadian strength and tradition for over 9 decades.   

Headquartered in Niagara Falls, Ontario, we maintain full-service regional offices in Hamilton, Toronto, Port Robinson, Oshawa, Kincardine, and Kingston.   

Connect:  LinkedIn, esfox.com  

In accordance with legislation and our commitment to transparent hiring practices, the compensation range for this position is provided. Final compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Canadian work experience is not required. Please note that artificial intelligence tools are not utilized in the applicant screening process. 

E.S. Fox Limited is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace. We will accommodate applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. Please advise Human Resources to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. 

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