Accounting Specialist

Description

Purpose of this Position: Under the supervision of the Accounting Manager this position will work closely with others in the Accounting and Billing Departments in a team-oriented and collaborative environment. The Accounting Specialist will ensure patient and payor payments are reconciled between the accounting and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) (PMS)systems. Position requires strong focus and attention to detail, while being able to promptly communicate concerns and discrepancies to position supervisor. This is a full-time, onsite position based in Payette, ID. 

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS: 

1. High School diploma or equivalent; Associate degree in business, accounting or relevant field preferred. 
2. Previous medical billing and collections experience preferred.  
3. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products. 
4. Ability and desire to collaborate with cross-functional teams to research and solve problems.  
5. High level of accuracy, speed, and thoroughness is required.  
6. Detail oriented self-starter with demonstrated ability to multi-task and problem-solve, who is also able to follow instructions consistently and fully.  
7. Demonstrated courteous and effective communication skills to be conducted with a high level of integrity and interpersonal skills while handling sensitive and confidential situations.   
8. The ability to organize and complete multiple tasks on a continuing basis is a critical skill for this position. 
9. Willingness to work for the successful accomplishment of VFHC goals and objectives. 
10. Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a driving record acceptable to our insurance provider for tasks such as cash bag audits, bank deposits, and errands. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

1. Monitor daily banking activities including checking account(s), lockbox, merchant accounts, and portal. 
2. Maintain system for reconciling all incoming bank deposits to accounts receivable subledgers. 
3. Reconcile payments in process accounts on monthly basis. 
4. Post patient payments to EMR. 
5. Serve as primary point person between 3rd party payment poster (OBS) and VFHC to ensure all payments and adjustments are properly applied. 
6. Serve as primary point person between accounting and clinic staff to ensure all payments are properly posted to patient accounts and accounted for in the bank deposits. 
7. Develop systems and recommend improvements to current system for the safekeeping of cash and accurate application of receipts to patient accounts.  
8. Perform internal audits of key functions including 340b transactions and clinic cash. 
9. Support Finance and VFHC initiatives/projects by assisting with special projects and other duties as assigned.  
10. Provide backup assistance to Payroll and Accounts Payable specialists, as needed.  
11. May run errands, take deposits to bank, take checks to post office, etc.  
12. Work collaboratively as a part of the Finance and Revenue teams in developing and implementing improved processes and internal controls.  
13. Assist with meeting quality measures by completing tasks related to VFHC initiatives. 
14. Perform other duties as assigned.  

Physical Requirements: 

1. Able to lift greater than 25 lbs on a regular basis. 
2. Prolonged standing, walking, stooping, bending, kneeling, stretching, and lifting required. 
3. Normal manual dexterity. 
4. Must be able to speak clearly. 
5. Correctable vision and hearing.