What are the responsibilities and job description for the Funding Manager, West Coast position at Tobii Dynavox?
Why join us?
We're on a mission to empower people with disabilities to do what they once did or never thought possible. As the world-leader in assistive communication solutions, we empower our customers to express themselves, connect with the world, and live richer lives.
At Tobii Dynavox, you can grow your career within a dynamic, global company that has a clear, impactful purpose - with the flexibility to also do what truly matters to you outside of work. What's more, you'll be part of a work culture where collaboration is the norm and individuality is welcomed.
As a member of our team, you'll have the power to make it happen. You'll solve challenges, deliver solutions and develop new, efficient processes that make a direct impact on our customers' lives.
The candidate must live in Pacific, Mountain or Central time zones.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Funding Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the funded sales, repair, and rental order pipeline Supports the attainment of revenue goals by ensuring that funding cases are processed in accordance with third party criteria on a timely basis while achieving both order volume and funding packet quality. Leads Funding operations within district, drive stakeholder collaboration, and implementstrategic improvements to ensure compliance and revenue growth.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee all facets of the daily operation of the Funding Department ensuring compliance with state and federal laws, policies, and regulations.
Supervise, train, coach, and mentor staff. Communicate and lead the team to meet revenue and forecasting goals.
Initiate and monitor action plans when business results are not meeting established operational targets or indicate future operational performance issues
Innovative mindset to create new, effective solutions
Maintain internal controls over funded sales pipeline and monitor incoming funding requests, third party submissions, authorization approvals, and order processing ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures.
Actively engage in process improvement initiatives and ensure that established policies and procedures are implemented and sustained
Respond to escalated issues involving customer inquiries, sales staff concerns and third-party payers
Help to drive and track KPI's and monthly sales goals across the department.
Communicate frequently with employees, management staff, field staff, SLP's, billing/collections insurance provider personnel, educational or government institutions, clients, and family members on funding requirements and authorization requests.
Assist the Director of Funding in the development of new initiatives to drive top line sales growth, reduce cycle time, and improve inter-departmental operations
Provide education support on the funding process and communicate funding related problems with third party payers and changes in funding requirements. Update funding policies and procedures as warranted.
Perform various other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor Degree and 5 years' experience in funding authorization or supervision preferred
Previous management or leadership experience preferred.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
Strong Oral and written communication skills
Strong Presentation skills
Interpersonal, collaboration, and teaming skills
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (CONTINUED)
COMPUTER OR TECHICAL SKILLS:
MS Office Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Teams/Zoom
OTHER SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:
Adaptability:Easily adjusts to changing demands andmaintains composure under stress
Problem-solving:Analyzes complex situations andimplements effective solutions
Initiative:Takes proactive actions to achieve goals and driveimprovements
Leadership: Inspires and guides teams, fostering a culture ofcollaboration and continuous development
Ability to perform multiple functions both quickly and effectively while achieving results
Able to work independently and maintain composure during stressful situations
Ability to support and engage staff remotely/virtually
Ability to lead change
Problem solving skills
Strategic planning, organized, technology focused
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
See, talk, and hear
Able to sit, stand, walk, and reach
Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Able to work at a desk for prolonged periods of time
Moderate noise level
Some travel is required
Apply today!
We believe in empowering individuals - including our own employees - to reach their full potential. So, if you want to change lives while growing your own career, we'd love to hear from you.
Where we stand:
We believe diversity not only enriches our workplace culture, but also gives us a strategic advantage. Working with people from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives helps us all become better communicators, better problem solvers, and better human beings. Our differences make us stronger.
Tobii Dynavox values equality of opportunity, human dignity, and racial/ethnic and cultural diversity. Tobii Dynavox does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin.
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