National Sales Billing Specialist
Lamar Advertising Company, Baton Rouge, LA, United States
Description
Lamar's Corporate Office in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is hiring a National Sales Billing Specialist. The role includes managing all aspects of national contracts and billing, ensuring compliance with Lamar's internal auditing standards, and performing billing-related administrative tasks before and after contract activation.
Responsibilities
Distribute and track GM signatures on all National Sales contracts
Create Lamar contracts for all National New Business customers
Send out and track customer signatures on all national contracts when needed
Maintain and organize electronic contract files
Maintain and update customer and plant information to ensure accurate distribution of information
Instruct national reps on revisions needed for auditing requirements
Take steps to minimize collections challenges by ensuring accurate translation of agency contracts into Lamar billing applications prior to activation
Distribute counter-signed contracts to customers and/or internal staff members for distribution to customers
Troubleshoot contract and billing issues with the collections team and/or sales team by resolving billing inconsistencies and errors quickly
Perform accurate and timely completion of large multi-market contracts, utilizing the automation feature
Create and maintain spreadsheets for large, intricate revisions, takeovers, credit/rebills, etc.
Communicate all billing adjustments with local Lamar offices that directly impact sales revenue
Issue and distribute all advance pay invoices to national rep/collections managers
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Billing Supervisor or AVP of Post Buy Services
Attend weekly team meetings to provide billing updates to key stakeholders
Qualifications and Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Gmail applications
Ability to enter and compile data timely and accurately
Strong mathematical reasoning and number facility
Adaptability to changing ideas, responsibilities, and strategies
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including active listening
Highly organized with a systematic approach to detail-oriented work
Comfortable working in a deadline‑driven environment
Ability to work independently and act on one’s own initiative
Strong attention to detail and ability to learn quickly
Great customer service skills, including empathy, patience, and interpersonal conversation
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent required
Associate’s degree preferred
1–2 years of applicable work experience required
Experience in data management and Gmail preferred
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Benefits
Monday‑Friday, 8 a.m.‑5 p.m. hybrid work schedule
Hourly rate of $18 – $24, dependent on experience and qualifications
120 hours of paid time off (PTO), increasing with tenure
12 paid company holidays, including President’s Day and Juneteenth
Comprehensive training program
Career advancement opportunities
Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs
Multiple medical plan options and health savings account
Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident coverage
Short‑ and long‑term disability and paid parental leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401(k) plan with company match
Up to $1,200 value in employer‑paid HSA contributions and cash rewards for wellness program engagement
People‑first culture that invests in connection, community involvement, and transparent employee feedback
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Primary work environment is an office
Physical demands: lifts
50 % of the time, talking
Travel and nights away from home EEO Statement Lamar is an EEO/AA employer including Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, and any other State or Federally protected characteristic. Lamar Advertising does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a work visa; only candidates with U.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship will be considered for employment.
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Responsibilities
Distribute and track GM signatures on all National Sales contracts
Create Lamar contracts for all National New Business customers
Send out and track customer signatures on all national contracts when needed
Maintain and organize electronic contract files
Maintain and update customer and plant information to ensure accurate distribution of information
Instruct national reps on revisions needed for auditing requirements
Take steps to minimize collections challenges by ensuring accurate translation of agency contracts into Lamar billing applications prior to activation
Distribute counter-signed contracts to customers and/or internal staff members for distribution to customers
Troubleshoot contract and billing issues with the collections team and/or sales team by resolving billing inconsistencies and errors quickly
Perform accurate and timely completion of large multi-market contracts, utilizing the automation feature
Create and maintain spreadsheets for large, intricate revisions, takeovers, credit/rebills, etc.
Communicate all billing adjustments with local Lamar offices that directly impact sales revenue
Issue and distribute all advance pay invoices to national rep/collections managers
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Billing Supervisor or AVP of Post Buy Services
Attend weekly team meetings to provide billing updates to key stakeholders
Qualifications and Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Gmail applications
Ability to enter and compile data timely and accurately
Strong mathematical reasoning and number facility
Adaptability to changing ideas, responsibilities, and strategies
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including active listening
Highly organized with a systematic approach to detail-oriented work
Comfortable working in a deadline‑driven environment
Ability to work independently and act on one’s own initiative
Strong attention to detail and ability to learn quickly
Great customer service skills, including empathy, patience, and interpersonal conversation
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent required
Associate’s degree preferred
1–2 years of applicable work experience required
Experience in data management and Gmail preferred
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Benefits
Monday‑Friday, 8 a.m.‑5 p.m. hybrid work schedule
Hourly rate of $18 – $24, dependent on experience and qualifications
120 hours of paid time off (PTO), increasing with tenure
12 paid company holidays, including President’s Day and Juneteenth
Comprehensive training program
Career advancement opportunities
Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs
Multiple medical plan options and health savings account
Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident coverage
Short‑ and long‑term disability and paid parental leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401(k) plan with company match
Up to $1,200 value in employer‑paid HSA contributions and cash rewards for wellness program engagement
People‑first culture that invests in connection, community involvement, and transparent employee feedback
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Primary work environment is an office
Physical demands: lifts
50 % of the time, talking
Travel and nights away from home EEO Statement Lamar is an EEO/AA employer including Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, and any other State or Federally protected characteristic. Lamar Advertising does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a work visa; only candidates with U.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship will be considered for employment.
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