What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting/Finance - Revenue & Receivable Management (Hybrid - Troy, MI) - Health Alliance Plan position at Health Alliance Plan?
General Summary
Provides accounting support to the Manager, Revenue Cycle and Accounts Receivable by performing monthly revenue recognition, close, and reporting activities across all product lines. This position is responsible for preparing and posting journal entries, performing reconciliations and variance analyses, and ensuring revenue, receivables, commissions, and prepaid premiums are accurately recorded in accordance with accounting standards, internal controls, and reporting requirements.
Duties And Responsibilities
Provides accounting support to the Manager, Revenue Cycle and Accounts Receivable by performing monthly revenue recognition, close, and reporting activities across all product lines. This position is responsible for preparing and posting journal entries, performing reconciliations and variance analyses, and ensuring revenue, receivables, commissions, and prepaid premiums are accurately recorded in accordance with accounting standards, internal controls, and reporting requirements.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Prepare, review, and post monthly journal entries related to revenue, commissions, receivables, and prepaid premiums, including supporting schedules and documentation.
- Compile and analyze detailed revenue worksheets to support monthly revenue recognition and close activities.
- Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and revenue variance analyses; investigate fluctuations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Prepare, validate, and process monthly commission data, including commission reclassification entries, and verify commission‑related general ledger activity for accuracy and completeness.
- Prepare and distribute monthly and quarterly invoices for assigned groups, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
- Prepare daily, monthly, and ad‑hoc financial reports to support management reporting and operational decision‑making.
- Coordinate and prepare ERISA 5500 reporting data for group clients, as requested.
- Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies, documentation standards, and internal control requirements.
- Provide support for internal and external audits by preparing schedules and responding to inquiries.
- Support ongoing financial analysis, reporting initiatives, system enhancements, and ad‑hoc data reviews.
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support departmental objectives, workflow efficiency, and continuous process improvement.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
- Minimum of two (2) years of accounting or finance experience.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, data analysis)
- Experience with general ledger or financial reporting systems preferred.
- Healthcare, insurance, or revenue cycle accounting experience preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.
- Ability to analyze large data sets and interpret accounting and financial information.
- Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to explain financial results to non‑finance stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently while managing deadlines.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams.
- Knowledge of accounting principles, procedures, and financial analysis techniques.
- Organization: HAP (Health Alliance Plan)
- Department: RECEIVABLES
- Shift: Day Job
- Union Code: Not Applicable