Client Benefit Manager

at  MAB Community Services

SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Controller, handles all aspects of client benefits management and related activities. Applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports. Participates in processing all accounting routines in the accounts payable and general ledger area.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform all essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions required.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Associate degree and above preferred; one or more year’s related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Excellent organizational skills and knowledge of Excel required.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret general business correspondence, policies and procedure manuals. Ability to respond timely and effectively to employees, auditors, regulatory agencies, and vendors. Ability to write routine reports and to respond to business correspondence. Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, managers, vendors and others.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs activities associated with the overall management and administration of the Representative Payee, food stamp and housing vouchers operations.
Respond to all inquiries.
Maintain the Rep Payee records on the designated accounting software. Ensure that all transactions are properly approved and documented.
Ensure that all receipts and disbursements are processed in a timely manner.
Create and deliver all client reports to Social Security, SNAP and Housing Authorities on a timely basis.
Collect and control all receipts for the client’s resources managed by MAB staff.
Understand and comply with all HIPAA regulations that apply to clients served.
Maintain remain current on all Social Security issues and regulations.
Communicate with and provide training to site staff on Rep Payee, SNAP and Housing Vouchers issues as needed.
Implements and maintains accounting systems and accounting control procedures.
Has a working knowledge of all accounting procedures and activities in the accounts payable area, as well as a general knowledge of accounting activities.
Assists in monthly closing routines and special projects, as necessary.

RELATED DUTIES

Responds promptly to inquiries concerning the sending of checks or the payment status of invoices.
Identifies ways to improve the accounts payable function and other related accounting activities as appropriate.
Attends other meetings at the discretion of the Controller and/or CFO.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.