Billing Specialist

Company: Allen Lund Company, LLC
Location: Downers Grove
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Our Story With $1,000 in his pocket, Allen Lund made the brave decision to start his own transportation brokerage company. It was 1976, when Allen Lund Company formally opened the first office in Los Angeles. Now, we have 43 offices and continue to grow! We are always looking for exceptional people to join our fast paced, challenging, team-oriented work environment. Our culture fosters personal growth and commitment both in and out of the office. Our diverse workforce is key in delivering outstanding customer service and our commitment to our industry are main components of our unmatched reputation. We hold true the value of hiring, developing and retaining the best employees in the industry. Our management provides an open and innovative environment that promotes professional and personal growth. This is why one half of our employees have been with ALC for over 10 years! Why You'll Love Working Here: (Prepare for Awesome!) Culture That Rocks: Dive into an inclusive company culture where your personal growth and commitment are nurtured, both on and off the clock! Our management team champions an open, innovative environment! Unleash Your Potential: Get ready for top-notch training and development that fuels your career growth opportunities, including transfer options within our 43 offices! You'll complete ALC system training as required. Seriously Sweet Perks: We're talking competitive compensation, unparalleled benefits & wellness (and we really mean really good!), and a 401k with a generous match! Share in the Success: Be more than just an employee – you can share in company ownership and get recognized for your amazing work with our employee recognition program! A Team That Sticks: Join a company where half of our incredible employees have been with us for over a decade – that's a whole lot of happy! Ready to Be an Accounting Superhero? Join Our Branch Office Team! Are you self-motivated, continuously seeking ways to improve your performance and the department? Do you have a knack for numbers, a passion for problem-solving, and a desire to build awesome relationships? If this is you, or you love a challenge, let's talk! Allen Lund Company is seeking an Billing Specialist to be the backbone of our branch office's daily accounting operations! What You'll Do (Your Superpowers in Action!): Supporting and assisting the office in the execution of its daily accounting operations. Get ready for high-volume transactions and make a real impact! Branch Operations Navigator: Be the friendly voice of the office, answering phones and distributing calls to the appropriate broker. You'll open and sort mail , match invoices to files , and update customer systems as required. Plus, general office duties keep things humming! You'll offer excellent customer service and manage high volume, even overcoming language barriers. File Settlement Finisher: You're the master of detail when it comes to file settlement! You'll review bills of lading for proper documentation , making sure quantities loaded and delivered match, and that there's no cargo damage listed. Communicate with brokers regarding any discrepancies (like shortages or damages) before settlement. You'll contact carriers to obtain delinquent proof of deliveries, issue Comcheks and quick pays. You'll balance files, complete file settlement, and forward paperwork to corporate accounting for payment. You're also responsible for processing carrier and third-party invoices , working with carriers and factoring companies to resolve carrier A/P issues , monitoring uninvoiced files, tracking missing carrier invoices, and maintaining our filing system for settled files. Accounts Receivable Ace: Take charge of all calls regarding accounts receivable. You'll verify and input invoicing information for shippers. Run receivables reports weekly to check for invoicing errors, adjustments, and overdue freight invoices. Start the collections process as directed , and work with brokers to resolve any problems or disputes. Carrier Set-up Champion: Ensure proper documentation is sent to Carrier Resources. You'll contact insurance companies for proper certificates of insurance and check references, holding the company standard by following our principles of Customer, Company, Office. Skills & Experience (Your Arsenal of Awesome!): A self-motivated, enthusiastic team player attitude, both within your department and collaborating with other Allen Lund employees across the company. 6 years of accounting experience. Strong multitasking skills – you juggle like a pro! Motivated and self-driven to expand knowledge of Accounts Payable processes, Allen Lund, and the transportation industry. Receptive to new ideas and opportunities. Comfortable working with new technology software, and competent in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook) and internet navigation. Join us in making a difference! Allen Lund Company is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to diversity.

Keywords: Allen Lund Company, LLC, Elgin , Billing Specialist, Accounting, Auditing , Downers Grove, Illinois