Billing Specialist Intern

Alaska Marine Lines is seeking a Billing Specialist Intern to provide billing and administrative support. They assist multiple departments through data entry, customer account research, and general clerical tasks as needed. This is a safety sensitive position. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Generate invoices for customers by evaluating shipments and applying company tariffs and contract rates with company software. 

• Collect and scan bills of lading and related documents.  

• Occasionally verify cargo information or obtain cargo measurements.  

• Collect or research payment from customers as needed.  

• Utilize company computer systems to conduct research or input data to support various departments; inquire about or update customer accounts; facilitate correspondence with customers or vendors; and prepare bills, receipts, checks, or other relevant documentation.

• Photocopy and scan documents and perform other miscellaneous duties. 

• Sort and file records.  Proofread records or forms.  

• Assist with projects or other departments on an as-needed basis such as organizing information or inputting information. 

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to meet a regular work schedule.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime as required.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work to meet schedules/deadlines.
• Regular attendance and timeliness are essential functions of this position. Daily physical presence is required.
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team with minimal supervision. 
• Ability to change focus and job duties in a fast moving, time restricted environment.
• PC skills required: Windows, Excel, Outlook, 10-key proficiency.
• Use of a personal mobile device for essential work tasks such as multi-factor authentication (MFA), accessing Dayforce, and receiving time‑sensitive communications.