Accounting Clerk

Delta Dental of Michigan; Okemos (MI); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Dental of Michigan is seeking an Accounting Clerk in Okemos, MI for a hybrid position. You will process and reconcile accounting data, handle deposits, invoices and customer records, and assist with routine financial tasks in a collaborative team environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, basic accounting coursework or experience, and proficiency with spreadsheets (Excel) and accounting software.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bookkeeping/accounting coursework or 2 years bookkeeping experience.
• Successful completion of the Accounting Clerk assessment with 80% accuracy in the last 12 months.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet applications such as Excel.

Responsibilities

• Create accounting data, initiate journal entries and enter into the finance system.
• Process remote deposit and lockbox transactions.
• Reconcile general ledger, vendor accounts, bank statements and customer accounts regularly.
• Verify EFT totals and check issue totals with banks.
• Maintain call lists and aging reports for group billing accounts.
• Create miscellaneous invoices and maintain records.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Accounting

Spreadsheet skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Job Summary

At Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana we work to improve oral health through benefit plans, advocacy and community support, and we amplify this mission by investing in initiatives that build healthy, smart, vibrant communities. We are one of the largest dental plan administrators in the country, and are part of the Delta Dental Plans Association, which operates two of the largest dental networks in the nation.

At Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana we work to improve oral health through benefit plans, advocacy and community support, and we amplify this mission by investing in initiatives that build healthy, smart, vibrant communities. We are one of the largest dental plan administrators in the country, and are part of the Delta Dental Plans Association, which operates two of the largest dental networks in the nation.

At Delta Dental, we celebrate our All In culture. It’s a mindset, feeling and attitude we wrap around all that we do – from taking charge of our careers, to helping colleagues and lending a hand in the community.

Job Title

Accounting Clerk

Number of Positions

1

Location

Okemos, MI

Location Specifics

Hybrid Position

Typical Assignments

• Creates accounting data, initiates corresponding journal entries, and enters into finance/accounting system
• Processes remote deposit and lockbox deposit transactions
• Reconciles accounting data including but not limited to, general ledger, vendor accounts, bank statements, and customer accounts on a periodic basis
• Verifies electronic fund transfers (EFT) totals and check issue totals with banking institutions
• Maintains call lists and aging reports for group billing accounts
• Creates miscellaneous invoices and maintains appropriate records
• Handles telephone and written inquires from internal and external sources
• Operates office equipment which may include personal computer, copier, fax, scanner, calculator and adding machine, etc.
• Maintains related departmental records and files
• Processes personal overpayment and/or Delta returned checks from providers and/or subscribers
• Adjusts claims as necessary, including reversing, re-adding, and correcting

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements

Bidding Requirements

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Bookkeeping/accounting course work to include the completion of Principles of Accounting or two years work experience involving bookkeeping/accounting procedures including balancing and reconciling
• Successful completion of the Accounting Clerk assessment (passing score of 80% accuracy) within the past 12 months
• Knowledge of personal computing and software applications through experience, coursework, or successful completion (80% accuracy) of applicable test administered by Human Resources including: Intermediate spreadsheet applications

The company will provide equal employment and advancement opportunity within the context of its unique business environment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, familial status, citizenship, genetic information, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, height, weight, military status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law or ordinance.