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Accounting Specialist Jobs in Watsonville, CA at Salud Para La Gente
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DESCRIPTION: Under the supervision of the Director of Finance, the Accounting Specialist will be responsible for processing all payments from state programs and health insurance agencies. The Accounting Specialist will also be responsible for managing refunds and credits, grants and other revenues, as well as assisting with additional confidential agency financials.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Processes daily cash receipts
Reconciles all patient revenue payments received including cash, checks, credit cards and electronic funds transfer
Processes grants and contribution payments
Records in accounting system grant invoices and revenues
Processes and records third party receivables and other contractors
Processes and records other income payments
Reconciles patient payments account with health record system
Reconciles patient refund between health record system and general ledger
Maintains and delivers copies of patient payments to Billing Department
Analyzes current flow and provides suggestions for workflow improvement
Prepares and reconciles all monthly revenue reports; submits to Director of Finance
Works in coordination with Billing Department with any claim payment and EOB related
Ensures a productive work environment and achievement of goals through strategies in line with the department policies and goals
Consistently adheres to and/or exceeds SPLG’s communication guidelines and expectations with internal and external customers including co-workers, and other departments
Prepares schedules and supporting data for financial audits
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
Knowledge of: basic and computerized accounting procedures, especially relating to accounts receivable.
Ability to: handle confidential matters with a high level of discretion, process all aspects of accounts receivable with a high degree of accuracy; meet processing deadlines, use basic math accurately; prepare reports; learn policies and procedures; organize work efficiently, using sound independent judgment; think independently and analytically; use a variety of standard office and computer equipment; develop and maintain effective working relationships with Salud Para La Gente staff.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma, A.A preferred.
Three years of accounting experience preferably for a non-profit
Bilingual Spanish/English
Knowledge of Accounts Receivables cycle (experience preferred)
Must be detail oriented with strong attention to detail
Background check required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Standing, walking, sitting, typing, reaching, bending, moving and/or lifting up to 50 pounds.
Title: Accounting Specialist
Company: Salud Para La Gente
Location: Watsonville, CA
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