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Cost Analyst
•30 days ago
| Hours | Full-time |
|---|---|
| Location | St. Louis, MO St. Louis, Missouri |
About this job
JOB SUMMARY
Validates and codes monthly cost and expense invoices to ensure that Telecom costs are accurately reflected within the monthly market financial statements and that the invoices reflect contractual rates. Contributes to creation and comparison of monthly cost trends for forecasting, comparison to budget and monthly trend variances. These monthly trends will supplement the monthly financial statement reporting package, prepared by the Telephone Finance organization. In addition, works with internal sources to correct discrepancies of established inventories.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Tracks monthly billed circuit inventory.
Validates and audits monthly rates to contractual terms for multiple vendors.
Analyzes and interprets billing support data produced by the vendor and/or internal sources i.e. CDRs, Granite, etc. which includes trouble-shooting for anomalies and contractual rate validation.
Files and tracks vendor disputes as determined by contractual rate analysis.
Anticipates and identifies additions, changes and deletions that should reflect in the next monthly billing. Calculates accruals for any adjustments not reflected in billing.
Codes assigned invoices to ensure proper classification within monthly financial statements, based on information received from the field, inventory system, circuit service orders, etc.
Reconciles assigned accounts to ensure payments are received and posted; open balances researched and credits used appropriately; analyzes vendor aging for outstanding balances; coordinates with Accounts Payable and vendors to resolve payment discrepancies.
Identifies missing invoices for monthly cost accruals.
Notes invoice variances that impact monthly cost fluctuations as reported in financial statements.
Utilizes internal controls to protect company assets/inventory.
Obtains and maintains tax exemptions from vendors where applicable.
Identifies and reports problems in Telephone financial processes as it relates to recording of monthly telco cost invoices and recommends continuous improvement opportunities.
Performs other duties as requested by supervisor.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Skills/Abilities and Knowledge
Analyze and interpret data and to communicate orally and in writing in a clear, concise and straightforward manner.
Communicate with all levels of management and company personnel and handle multiple projects and tasks.
Make decisions and solve problems while working under pressure and prioritize and organize effectively.
Show judgment and initiative to accomplish job duties and work independently. Works well with others to resolve problems, handle requests or situations.
Working knowledge of personal computer operation and software applications (i.e., spreadsheet, word processing, database). Knowledge and understanding of telecommunications products and services. Knowledge of Telecom Access billing for switched access and special access.
Education
Associates Degree in Accounting or related field, or equivalent work experience required.
Related Work Experience Number Of Years
Accounting experience 3-5
Carrier Cost Management System Experience 3-5
(TEOCO BillTrak Pro preferred)
Working knowledge of PeopleSoft 3-5
or Accounting Software
WORKING CONDITIONS
Office environment
EOE Race/Sex/Vet/Disability
Charter is an equal opportunity employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following EEO Is the Law poster:
Charter is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different.
Validates and codes monthly cost and expense invoices to ensure that Telecom costs are accurately reflected within the monthly market financial statements and that the invoices reflect contractual rates. Contributes to creation and comparison of monthly cost trends for forecasting, comparison to budget and monthly trend variances. These monthly trends will supplement the monthly financial statement reporting package, prepared by the Telephone Finance organization. In addition, works with internal sources to correct discrepancies of established inventories.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Tracks monthly billed circuit inventory.
Validates and audits monthly rates to contractual terms for multiple vendors.
Analyzes and interprets billing support data produced by the vendor and/or internal sources i.e. CDRs, Granite, etc. which includes trouble-shooting for anomalies and contractual rate validation.
Files and tracks vendor disputes as determined by contractual rate analysis.
Anticipates and identifies additions, changes and deletions that should reflect in the next monthly billing. Calculates accruals for any adjustments not reflected in billing.
Codes assigned invoices to ensure proper classification within monthly financial statements, based on information received from the field, inventory system, circuit service orders, etc.
Reconciles assigned accounts to ensure payments are received and posted; open balances researched and credits used appropriately; analyzes vendor aging for outstanding balances; coordinates with Accounts Payable and vendors to resolve payment discrepancies.
Identifies missing invoices for monthly cost accruals.
Notes invoice variances that impact monthly cost fluctuations as reported in financial statements.
Utilizes internal controls to protect company assets/inventory.
Obtains and maintains tax exemptions from vendors where applicable.
Identifies and reports problems in Telephone financial processes as it relates to recording of monthly telco cost invoices and recommends continuous improvement opportunities.
Performs other duties as requested by supervisor.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Skills/Abilities and Knowledge
Analyze and interpret data and to communicate orally and in writing in a clear, concise and straightforward manner.
Communicate with all levels of management and company personnel and handle multiple projects and tasks.
Make decisions and solve problems while working under pressure and prioritize and organize effectively.
Show judgment and initiative to accomplish job duties and work independently. Works well with others to resolve problems, handle requests or situations.
Working knowledge of personal computer operation and software applications (i.e., spreadsheet, word processing, database). Knowledge and understanding of telecommunications products and services. Knowledge of Telecom Access billing for switched access and special access.
Education
Associates Degree in Accounting or related field, or equivalent work experience required.
Related Work Experience Number Of Years
Accounting experience 3-5
Carrier Cost Management System Experience 3-5
(TEOCO BillTrak Pro preferred)
Working knowledge of PeopleSoft 3-5
or Accounting Software
WORKING CONDITIONS
Office environment
EOE Race/Sex/Vet/Disability
Charter is an equal opportunity employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following EEO Is the Law poster:
Charter is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different.
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