Billing Specialist II

MediaNews Group

. Generate advertising billing files for assigned newspaper properties and verify data accuracy .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $21 - $22 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in advertising billing processes, including data accuracy verification and month-end processing. Proficient in using automated billing systems like Mactive and PBS, with strong skills in Excel for data management and analysis.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mactive System ExpertiseAutomated Billing Systems KnowledgeExcel Spreadsheet CreationAccounting Processes UnderstandingInterpersonal Skills

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Hard Skills

Data Accuracy VerificationMonth-End ProcessingBilling Issue TroubleshootingContract ReviewAd RatingFinancial Document ComprehensionProblem SolvingData EntryPayment AdjustmentsSystem Testing

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailTeam CollaborationCustomer-Focused MindsetSelf-Initiative

Tools & Technologies

MactivePBSShoom

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate's Degree

Industry Keywords

Advertising BillingFinancial ProcessesData ManagementMonth-End ClosingBilling Accuracy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Generate advertising billing files for assigned newspaper properties and verify data accuracy
Perform month-end processing
Serve as a subject-matter expert in ad rating using the Mactive system
Work “wrong rate” and “rating error” queues in Mactive and release ads to print
Review contracts and rates entered by the SSC
Act as key contact for local advertising departments regarding billing issues
Transmit statement files to Shoom for eInvoicing
Research and troubleshoot billing issues and internal questions
Train new employees on systems and data entry
Test and research projects or system upgrades
Assist with unapplied payments and adjustments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Knowledge of accounting processes and controls
Ability to read and comprehend written instructions, correspondence, and financial documents
Ability to create Excel spreadsheets using formulas as needed
Ability to solve practical problems with limited standardization
Self-initiative, interpersonal skills, attention to detail, team collaboration skills, and a customer-focused mindset
Associate’s degree or two years' experience within MNG required
Knowledge of automated billing systems, preferably Mactive and/or PBS
Full pre-employment background check; must be willing to submit to and pass required checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Select paid holidays