Contract Billings Specialist

Contract Billing Specialist

Lighthouse Electric | Full-Time | In Office| 

About Lighthouse Electric

At Lighthouse Electric, we power more than buildings — we power opportunity.

For decades, we’ve built a reputation for delivering high-quality electrical construction solutions on complex commercial and industrial projects. Our success is driven by craftsmanship, accountability, and a commitment to doing things the right way — safely, efficiently, and with integrity.

We believe great companies are built by great people. That’s why we invest in our team, encourage continuous improvement, and create an environment where professionals can grow, lead, and make a measurable impact.

Here, you’re not just another employee — you’re part of a crew that takes pride in powering what’s next.

Why Us

✔ Stability + Growth – Established company with a strong backlog of major projects
✔ Impactful Work – Be part of high-profile, large-scale electrical builds
✔ Empowered Professionals – We trust our experts to lead and innovate
✔ Team-First Culture – Collaboration, respect, and accountability drive our success
✔ Strong Benefits Investment – Company-paid health coverage + 401(k) match
✔ Career Development – We promote from within and value long-term growth

If you want your work to matter — and your expertise to be valued — Lighthouse Electric is where you belong.

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail‑oriented Contract Billing Specialist to support our accounting team with accurate, timely invoicing and contract compliance. This role is essential to ensuring all contracts are billed correctly within a construction‑focused, project‑driven environment. The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytical, and experienced in construction contract‑based billing, including navigating complex schedules of values, and project billing requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and process customer invoices based on contracts, rate structures, and billing schedules

Create and submit AIA G702/G703 progress billings, including tracking retainage

Coordinate with the Payroll Department to obtain certified payroll reports in accordance with all applicable regulations and compliance requirements.

Collaborate with Accounts Payable to process, collect, and track lien waivers from subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring compliance with project requirements and supporting timely payment processing.

Audit contracts, schedules of values, and billing data to ensure accuracy and compliance

Track contract terms, renewals, amendments, and billing milestones

Reconcile billed vs. contractual amounts and resolve discrepancies

Maintain accurate billing records and support month-end close processes

Collaborate with Project Managers, Operations, and Sales to ensure correct billing inputs

Respond to customer inquiries concerning invoices, required supporting documents, and contract‑specific billing requirements

Generate billing reports and assist with collection of payments

Verify incoming customer payments, apply them to the correct invoices, and resolve any discrepancies

Qualifications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Required

2+ years of billing, accounts receivable, or contract administration experience (Required)

Construction billing experience, including AIA G702/G703 billing, retainage, schedules of values, certified payroll, and lien waivers

Preferred

Experience using Workday for billing and accounting 

Solid understanding of construction billing processes

Familiarity with time-and-materials, fixed-fee, unit-price, and milestone-based billing

Experience working in a construction environment with an understanding of project workflows

Skills & Competencies

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Effective communication and problem-solving skills

Proficiency in Excel

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Life and AD&D insurance

401(k) with 5% company match

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Annual performance reviews

Opportunity to work on large-scale, high-profile projects

Additional Requirements

Pre-employment drug screen required

Must be authorized to work in the United States

Travel is primarily local during the business day

Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lighthouse Electric Company, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and a drug-free workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.

If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources Department.

Note: Chosen applicant will be subject to a drug screen and background check as a condition of employment. 

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