Disputes Analyst

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We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Telecom Dispute Analyst to join our team. This role requires strong telecom dispute knowledge, including CABS, intercarrier billing, access charges, and billing variance analysis. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience working with telecom tariffs, contracts, and dispute workflows, with the ability to manage complex, high-impact cases while meeting deadlines and service-level expectations.

• Investigate telecom-related customer, vendor, or carrier disputes by reviewing billing records, tariffs, contracts, switch data, and supporting documentation.
• Analyze CABS invoices, access charges, usage records, LD/IXC billing, and intercarrier settlement details to determine dispute validity and financial impact.
• Review, interpret, and apply FCC tariffs, PUC tariffs, and contractual agreements to validate charges and support dispute positions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (billing operations, network, finance, carrier relations, vendor management) to resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare detailed case summaries, financial analyses, and recommendations for dispute outcomes.
• Process approved adjustments, credits, or escalations based on telecom billing standards and policy requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with audit, regulatory, and contractual obligations.
• Identify recurring dispute trends; present findings and partner with leadership on process improvements.
• Manage dispute queues while meeting turnaround times (TAT), SLA requirements, and quality targets.
• Support system enhancements, workflow updates, and training for telecom dispute processes.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Telecommunications, or related field (preferred but not required with equivalent telecom experience).
• Telecom dispute knowledge is a must, including access billing, intercarrier compensation, and billing variance investigation.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with CABS (Carrier Access Billing System) including analysis of carrier invoices, access charges, and usage discrepancies.
• Must have experience with Telecom FCC tariffs, PUC tariffs, and contractual agreements, with the ability to interpret rate structures, rules, and billing requirements.
• 2+ years of experience in dispute resolution, telecom billing analysis, revenue assurance, or intercarrier operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables) and data analysis/reporting tools.
• Ability to read and interpret carrier contracts, rate decks, service agreements, and regulatory filings.
• Wholesale/Large Business Collections a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with telecom billing or mediation systems preferred (e.g., TEOCO, Ericsson, Oracle, SAP, or other industry platforms).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

• Telecom billing and dispute expertise
• Tariff and contract interpretation
• Critical thinking and quantitative analysis
• Strong documentation and communication
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Accountability and ownership

• Full-time role with standard business hours.
• Full Remote
• Occasional overtime during peak billing or dispute cycles.

Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Charlotte Observer, Brightspeed HQ is located on the 7th floor of the new Vantage South End - East Tower in Charlotte, NC. We prioritize hiring talent in the Charlotte area, whenever possible, to make it a truly vibrant destination for our hybrid workforce. At Brightspeed, we…