Billing Analyst

Cars.com Inc

Chicago, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$46,500–$55,800 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Automotive Industry, Automotive Sales, Billing, Business Analysis, Business Support, Communication Skills, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, Diversity, Financial Reporting, Health Plan, Identify Issues, Multitasking, New Media, News Reporting, Pivot Tables, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, Resolve Customer Issues, Retail, Risk Analysis, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Staff Requirements, Team Player, Time Management, Trend Analysis, Vision Plan, Vlookups, Wholesale Industry, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
29 days ago

Be essential at Cars Commerce

At Cars Commerce, we're fanatical about simplifying everything about car buying and selling. We do right by our customers and consumers to better connect the industry with simplified and tierless technology to enhance, measure and drive local automotive retail. Whether through our No.1 most recognized marketplace, Cars.com, our industry-leading digital experience, Dealer Inspire, our trade and appraisal technology, AccuTrade, our reputation-based digital wholesale auction marketplace, Dealerclub, or our new Cars Commerce Media Network, Cars Commerce is essential for success in the automotive industry.

No one ever travels alone here: at its core, Cars Commerce is collaboration. In fact, it's built into the very fabric of our shared values. We like to say we Rise Together - putting people at the center of what we do, from consumer to customer to community. Life at Cars Commerce makes it easy when we share the ethos to be Open to All, encouraging open-minded communication because we know diverse thinking yields better outcomes. But critical to our success is Caring to Challengeand Taking Ownership, fueling a competitive spirit in a respectful environment where we think about tomorrow but act today. At our foundation, we have integrity, Doing the Right Thing, even when it's hard. It's our shared commitment to these values that makes Cars Commerce a place where growth becomes not only possible, but downright unavoidable.

But don't take our word for it. As a U.S. News & World Report Best Company to Work For in 2024, we're obsessive about the employee experience. We are among the top 20% being declared "Best" of our industry based on six critical factors that are important to employee wellbeing, like quality of pay, benefits, work life balance and more.

ABOUT US:

At Cars Commerce, we're fanatical about simplifying everything about car buying and selling.

We do right by our customers and consumers to better connect the industry with simplified and

tierless technology to enhance, measure and drive local automotive retail. Whether through our

No.1 most recognized marketplace, Cars.com, our industry-leading digital experience, Dealer

Inspire, our trade and appraisal technology, AccuTrade, or our new Cars Commerce Media

Network, Cars Commerce is essential for success in the automotive industry.

No one ever travels alone here: at its core, Cars Commerce is collaboration. In fact, it's built into

the very fabric of our shared values. We like to say we Rise Together - putting people at the

center of what we do, from consumer to customer to community. Life at Cars Commerce makes

it easy when we share the ethos to be Open to All, encouraging open-minded communication

because we know diverse thinking yields better outcomes. But critical to our success is Caring

to Challenge and Taking Ownership, fueling a competitive spirit in a respectful environment

where we think about tomorrow but act today. At our foundation, we have integrity, Doing the

Right Thing, even when it's hard. It's our shared commitment to these values that makes Cars

Commerce a place where growth becomes not only possible, but downright unavoidable.

But don't take our word for it. As a U.S. News & World Report Best Company to Work For in

2024, we're obsessive about the employee experience. We are among the top 20% being declared

"Best" of our industry based on six critical factors that are important to employee wellbeing, like

quality of pay, benefits, work life balance and more.

ABOUT THIS ROLE:

We are seeking an outstanding, talented individual who aspires to apply their intellect, talent,

drive, and creativity to be a member of our Billing team. If you thrive in a changing

environment and one that values process improvement, scalability, and input then we have a

match!

Execute the billing processes for all billable transactions from start to finish

Ensure the accuracy and completeness of all billing transactions

Monitor and complete changes/updates to all clients' orders and accounts

Proactively collaborate with internal and external teams to identify business issues and

quickly develop a resolution

Prepare ad hoc reporting for clients, management, and auditors

Data analysis and reconciliations

Revenue and month end SOX reporting

Perform other duties as assigned by management

Ability to work extra hours, specifically during the billing close cycle and for any ad hoc

projects. Flexibility in working hours is a must.

Analyze process and business workflows and develop solutions to prevent delays,

backlogs, inefficiencies and minimize internal control issues. Be an active participant in

developing solutions for complex problems. Demonstrate ability to identify risks.

ABOUT YOU:

Detail-oriented and able to multi-task in a deadline-oriented environment

Ability to see trends, identify inefficiencies, and make recommendations for

improvements via business process or technology enhancements

Ability to work independently to resolve problems successfully with clients and internal

teams

Analytical and critical thinking skills

Ability to develop an expertise in the business we support

Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

Ability to navigate through ambiguity

Excellent time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects

simultaneously and complete them timely

Intermediate Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP)

Required Interpersonal Skills:

Confidentiality, as you will be working with privileged corporate information

Dependability

Ability to work in a team environment

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Benefits & Perks*:

18 days of paid time off, plus select paid holidays

Paid Volunteer Day

Robust Health Insurance Options: BCBS, Delta Dental, EyeMed

401k plan with company match

Subsidized internet access for your home

Peer-to-Peer Bonus program

Subsidized gym membership

Parental Leave

Life & Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

  • Not a complete, detailed list. Benefits have terms and requirements before employees are

eligible.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not

discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation,

age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Salary Range

$46,500.00-55,800.00

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package includes:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Healthcare Plans

  • New Hire Stipend for Home Office Set-Up

  • Generous PTO

  • Paid Holidays, Floating Holiday, Volunteer Day, Recharge Day

Learn more about our Benefits, Perks, & Culture on our LinkedIn Life Pages!

For US-based Positions: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Please note that we are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

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About the Company

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Cars.com Inc