Accounting Specialist

Salud Para La Gente; Watsonville (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an Accounting Specialist to manage payments from state programs and health insurance agencies. Candidates should have at least three years of accounting experience and be detail-oriented. This full-time role will involve processing payments, reconciliations, and working closely with the finance team.

Qualifications

• Three years of accounting experience, preferably in non-profit.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.
• Knowledge of Accounts Receivables cycle preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process daily cash receipts and reconcile patient payments.
• Prepare and reconcile monthly revenue reports.
• Analyze workflow and suggest improvements.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Confidentiality

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree (preferred)

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Description

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 manage refunds, credits, grants, and other revenues, and assist with confidential agency financials.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Process daily cash receipts
• Reconcile all patient revenue payments received including cash, checks, credit cards, and electronic funds transfer
• Process grants and contribution payments
• Record in accounting system grant invoices and revenues
• Process and record third-party receivables and other contractors
• Process and record other income payments
• Reconcile patient payments account with health record system
• Reconcile patient refunds between health record system and general ledger
• Maintain and deliver copies of patient payments to Billing Department
• Analyze current workflow and suggest improvements
• Prepare and reconcile monthly revenue reports; submit to Director of Finance
• Coordinate with Billing Department on claim payments and EOBs
• Ensure a productive work environment and goal achievement
• Adhere to communication guidelines with internal and external customers
• Prepare schedules and data for financial audits
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Knowledge of: basic and computerized accounting procedures, especially accounts receivable.

Ability to: handle confidential matters, process accounts receivable accurately, meet deadlines, use basic math, prepare reports, learn policies, organize work efficiently, think independently, use office equipment, develop effective working relationships.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma, A.A. preferred
• Three years of accounting experience, preferably in non-profit
• Bilingual Spanish/English
• Knowledge of Accounts Receivables cycle (preferred)
• Detail-oriented with strong attention to detail
• Background check required

Physical Demands

• Standing, walking, sitting, typing, reaching, bending, lifting up to 50 pounds

Salary

$30.69 - $37.29

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care