Billing Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY

 (**NOTE: This is not a medical billing position.)

This position will be responsible for processing resident billing for Discovery Senior Living managed communities. Responsible for generating resident billing in a timely and accurate manner.   

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 The following duties are normal for this position.  This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.  Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Assists with preparation and monitors all monthly billing and collection processes utilizing established policies, procedures and tracking systems.
• Enters resident account and billing data received from community in Vitals system. 
• Responsible for processing monthly resident account charges for move-ins, move- outs, transfer and ancillary billing.
• Ensures any resident rent incentives are applied and charged according to agreements.   
• Verifies resident account balances are accurate and that charges and statements are prepared and submitted accurately and timely.
• Completes all month-end procedures prior to accounting closing deadlines.
• Communicates and works in cooperation with Business Office Managers and Executive Directors.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
• Language Ability:
• Mathematical Skills:
• Cognitive Demands:
• Computer Skills:
  • Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Windows, including Word and Excel. 
• Works primarily indoors in a climate-controlled setting

 QUALIFICATIONS

 To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Educational Requirements and Experience:

• Associate’s Degree in Business, Finance or Accounting preferred but not required.  
• Three years or more of previous billing experience. 
• Previous data entry experience using 10k.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. 

• Ability to write simple correspondence. 
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to read and write using English language.
• Must demonstrate excellent telephone communication skills.

• Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.
• Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. 
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

• Competencies:

• Ability to work under minimum supervision and demonstrate self-initiative
• Must be detail-oriented
• Must be results-driven and goal oriented
• Must be cognitive and able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• The ability to multi-task and complete assignments accurately and in a timely manner
• Must be supportive of team-spirited environment

 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

 The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 While performing the duties of this Job, the Team Member is regularly required to talk or hear. The Team Member is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The Team Member is occasionally required to stand and walk. The Team Member must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.