What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Payable Clerk position at Clarke County Hospital?
Accounts Payable
General Ledger/Audit
- Reviews and verifies invoices and check requests, obtaining approval when needed
- Codes invoices, monitor for completeness, enters for payment, and performs check runs
- Prepares and processes electronic transfers and payments
- Researches and resolves invoice discrepancies; and corresponds with vendors and internal
- Processes patient refunds received from Business Office
- Creates monthly invoices for leased space and other miscellaneous billings; and processes
- Maintains vendor files and safe keeps historical records according to record retention policy
- Other duties as assigned by Controller.
General Ledger/Audit
- Monitors outstanding checks and assists with reporting unclaimed property
- Assists with the development and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures 20%
- Demonstrates Clarke County Hospital Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to
- Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable
- Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position. 10%
- Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, DIA, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.
- Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.
- Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.