Billing Clerk

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health authority as a vital team member in the finance and payroll department. This role emphasizes patient safety and quality improvement while managing accounts receivable and billing processes. You'll be responsible for entering data into computerized systems, reconciling accounts, and maintaining accurate records. With a focus on effective communication and teamwork, this position offers the chance to contribute to the well-being of the community. If you're detail-oriented and passionate about finance in a healthcare setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education with accounting course and 2 years of related experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively and keyboard at 45 wpm.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine duties related to accounts receivable and billing.
• Enter data, calculate billings, and maintain records.

Skills

Keyboarding

Effective Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Physical Ability

Education

Grade 12

Recognized Accounting Course

Job description

NER Finance & Payroll - Nanaimo, BC V9S 3Y3 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

0800-1600/As required

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$27.56 - $27.56

Paid FTE

n/a

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

n/a

Planned Start Date

Mar. 10 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

No

Job Description

In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Vancouver Island Health Authority patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

This position performs a variety of routine duties relating to accounts receivable, billing, and/or cash receipting. Duties include entering accounts receivable and billing data into a computerized system, calculating billings, reconciling and balancing billings and accounts receivable, maintaining related records, following up on overdue accounts as directed, depositing receipts, and maintaining petty cash.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12, successful completion of a recognized accounting course and two years' recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to keyboard at 45 wpm
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.