Accounting Service Representative-A/R at Good Shepherd Lutheran Services

Rushford, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounts Receivable, Billing, Accounting Principles, Medical Billing, Financial Record Keeping, Collection Procedures, General Ledger, Computer Skills, Filing, Public Relations, Communication, Organization

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Hours: Non-Exempt. 40 hours per week, but willing to work more or less than normal working hours when necessary. Reports To: Chief Financial Officer Travel: Travels to and participates in meetings and seminars when deemed necessary by the CFO and/or Administrator. Job Summary: Member of the business office team that will ensure efficient operation of the office. Supports managers and employees through a variety of tasks related to organization and communication. Work Environment: Sits, stands, and walks intermittently during the workday, and subject to many interruptions. Deals with the public, employees, visitors, family members and residents under all conditions. Essential Functions: * Prepares monthly statements for residents within the Home, Bremmer, Apartments, or responsible party and outpatient services monthly. * Submits monthly billing to fiscal agencies. * Submits monthly billing to insurance companies or as needed with payment follow-ups with payees. * Receive and file approvals with notices of admission to appropriate agencies. * Keeps current of all Medicaid, Medicare and HUD regulations governing admission and discharge by this facility. * Maintains various records required by licensing agencies. * Prepares and keeps current on entering Medicare, Private Insurance and MSHO logs for auditors and accounting purposes. * Verify resident’s accounts and checks to see that all charges are in and posted correctly. * Posts charges to resident’s accounts and distributes payments to correct charges. * Follows collection procedures on all accounts and services and refers delinquent accounts to the CFO. * Closes account receivable at month end in a timely matter when monthly billing is complete and keep assigned A/R accounts balanced to the general ledger. * Track State/County contracts for expiration and renewal for all services in a timely manner. * Keeps track of security deposits for Bremmer and Apartments. * Tracks Residents days for short-term stays and bill accordingly. * Help assist with entering receipts and prepares weekly invoices and monthly statements for childcare. * Handles correspondence as directed. * Assists in other office duties in absence of other office staff. * Assist in daily mail and bank run. * All other duties as directed by managers and/or Administrator. * Work with the Social Services Director to complete the admission process for Residents. * Works closely with IT staff to make sure all our electronics are working correctly. * Works closely with Aegis to make sure Therapy is billed correctly and needed information is exchanged. * Works closely with Case Managers to make sure proper MDS is submitted, and case mix is correct. Skills and Abilities: • Quality of work performance. • Promptness in carrying out assigned orders and directives for all entities. • Accuracy and efficiency in all work performed. • Efficiency of the performance of assigned duties. • Complies with the established policies and procedures. • Cooperation with other employees and Department Managers. •Computer skills & filing • Care and use of supplies and equipment and neatness of work area. Physical Demands: • Sits, stands, stoops, lifts heavy items occasionally, bends, pushes, pulls and walks short distances during the day. Qualifications: A. Education/Other- • Must be at least 18 years of age or older and have a High School diploma. • Must have knowledge of accounting principles. • Must have knowledge in using office equipment and software. B. Personal- • Must be in good physical condition and willing to work with various people. • Have various correspondence skills, telephone procedures, filing procedures, computer skills, ect. • Must be able to meet the public, and the ability to carry out good public relation duties. • Must have sincere desire to work with employees, residents, visitors, and family members. Benefits ~ Paid Time Off, Shift Differentials, Pension match, Health & Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Referral Bonus, Sign on Bonus, Scholarships and other benefits

Responsibilities

Manage monthly billing and statements for residents and outpatient services while ensuring accurate payment posting and collection. Coordinate with fiscal agencies, insurance companies, and internal departments to maintain balanced accounts receivable and regulatory compliance.