Accounting Specialist

Kansas State University; Kansas; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Life insurance

Job summary

Kansas State University is seeking a detail-oriented Cashier and Accounts Receivable support specialist to join our on-site team. You will handle patient accounts, post transactions, and process payments while delivering courteous service to clients facing medical expenses.

Responsibilities include reconciling cash drawers, following up on non-payments, generating invoices, answering questions, and collaborating with the Business Manager to resolve billing issues.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred.
• 2–3 years experience in cashiering or accounts receivable.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient account to ensure all transactions have posted to the account.
• Accept payments (cash/credit card/check/CareCredit) from client.
• Calculate and return change when required by the payment method.
• Reconcile cash drawers and sales receipts at required points and end of shift.
• Review/Correct the Daily Payment Report (DYPY) at required points.
• Follow up on collection and allocation of payments and assist with invoices.

Skills

Cash handling

Accounts receivable

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Cashier Duties and Client Care for VHC-

• Evaluate patient account to ensure all transactions have posted to the account
• Accept payments (cash/credit card/check/CareCredit) from client
• Calculate and return change when required by the payment method
• Maintain adequate change denominations in the cash drawer and request additional change as needed
• Reconcile cash drawers and sales receipts at required points and end of shift
• Review/Correct the DYPY (Daily Payment Report) report at required points
• Communicate with clients via face to face/phone/email while acting with sensitivity and understanding because clients are often facing unplanned medical expenses and/or the death of a pet
• Answer client questions, explain policies and available payment options using administrative knowledge
• Work with manager on client payment problems and/or credit issues as needed
• Work as a member of the A/R team to ensure accuracy and meet goals

Accounts Receivable-

• Monitor client account details for non-payments, delayed payments and other irregularities
• Research and resolve client queries when needed
• Track and work with the Business Manager resolving outstanding payment issues with hospital clients
• Follow up on collection and allocation of payments
• Collaborate with the Business Manager in resolution of problematic situations with client financial issues
• Follow established procedures for processing receipts and collections activity
• When needed assist with monthly generation of client invoices and statements, distribution of monthly invoices and review sorted statements checking for billing errors
• When needed call/communicate with clients that have past due balances at 30/60 days and document communication, and other duties as assigned

Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.kstate.edu/hcs/benefits

Worksite Description

This position is On-site. All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma (or equivalent)6 months of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of education and experience. Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in business or related field2-3 years experience in cashiering or accounts receivable area