Accounts Receivable Specialist

Horizon; Getzville (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + profit sharing

Tuition discount Capella University

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Student loan assistance

Job summary

Horizon in Getzville, NY is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support timely revenue collection from insurance plans. You will work in a supportive, team-based environment and help ensure accurate billing and follow-up across payers.

Responsibilities include ensuring timely receipts from providers, following up on denials, submitting replacement claims, and coordinating with insurance representatives. This role emphasizes payer processes and collaboration with teammates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 6 months of experience with health insurance, including payment application and claiming processes.
• Experience with Microsoft Suite
• Cerner Millennium experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical and customer service skills
• Ability to work in team environment.
• Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely receipt of payments from insurance providers.
• Identify and propose solutions for payment and denial trends.
• Perform AR follow-up and collections, including replacement claims.
• Communicate with insurance representatives to resolve claim issues.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payer processes and documentation.
• Lead monthly meetings for assigned payer groups.
• Serve as SME and team resource for assigned payers.
• Assist with month-end AR tasks including write-offs and unapplied funds.

Skills

Billing

Health insurance

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cerner Millennium

Job description

Are you looking to work for an organization where you can make a difference? Do you have billing skills you are ready to put into action? Then you have come to the right place!

What will your day look like?

At Horizon, you will enjoy a supportive, team-based work environment. Have a question? There is always someone there to help! We offer a seamless onboarding experience that will ensure your success in your new role.

As an Accounts Receivable Specialist at Horizon, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely revenue collection from insurance plans. Your responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring timely receipt of payments from insurance providers
• Identifying and proposing solutions for payment and denial trends
• Performing accounts receivable follow-up and collections, including submitting replacement claims and appeals
• Communicating with insurance representatives and handling payer calls to resolve claim processing issues.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of assigned payer processes and updating documentation as needed
• Leading monthly meetings for assigned payer groups
• Serving as the subject matter expert and team resource for assigned payers
• Assisting with month-end processes including write-offs, AR cleanup, and review of unapplied funds

*Please note that this is not an accounting/finance position.

Why choose Horizon to build your career?

At Horizon, we don’t just offer a workplace—we offer a community where you can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Recognized as a Best Place to Work in NYS for 18 consecutive years and one of America’s Best Workplaces, we take pride in fostering a culture where motivated teammates collaborate to make a difference, every day. Join us and experience the satisfaction of doing work that matters alongside people who share your passion!

What we offer that you’ll love…

• Company Culture: At Horizon, we pride ourselves on cultivating an atmosphere of teamwork where all employees feel heard and valued.
• Diversity & Inclusion: We are committed to equity, racial justice, and equal opportunity for all, and strive toward this goal through the work of our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging department, frequent trainings, ongoing conversations, affinity groups, and more.
• Trainings, Trainings, and More Trainings: We have an entire team dedicated to your personal development and professional growth.
• Team Building, Connection, and Relationships: At Horizon, we’re more than co-workers, we’re a community. We support each other, celebrate our achievements and milestones together, and have fun together!
• Retirement: We know you want to retire comfortably and we’re here to help! Horizon offers 401(k) AND profit-sharing programs to make sure you’re set for the future.
• Student Loan Assistance: We help pay off our team members' student loans every month. One year after joining, you’ll have been able to pay off an extra $600!
• Paid time off and paid holidays!
• Horizon employees and their families (includes spouses and children up to age 30) are eligible for a 10% discount on their tuition through a partnership with Capella University.

What makes you a great candidate?

We cannot wait to learn more about you! Here are a few specific details of what you’ll need for the job:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 6 months of experience with health insurance, including payment application and claiming processes required.
• Experience with Microsoft Suite
• Experience with Cerner Millenium is a plus.
• Strong analytical and customer service skills
• Ability to work in team environment.
• Ability to provide close attention to detail.

Location:

55 Dodge Road, Getzville, NY 14068

Hours:

This position is full-time, with flexible daytime hours from Monday – Friday.

Compensation

Horizon is consistently evaluating our compensation and benefit packages to ensure we remain competitive. This position starts at an hourly rate of $20.75-$21.75. Compensation adjustments are evaluated annually.

Physical demands associated with this position include:

• Sitting for extended periods, alternating between standing and sitting
• Mobility required with repetitive wrist, hand, and finger movements
• Handling light duties, occasionally lifting objects up to 20 pounds

Horizon DEIB Statement:

Horizon is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive environment where dignity, safety, and opportunity are core values. We uphold principles that support autonomy and authenticity, creating a culture of accountability and collaboration that prioritizes well-being, drives innovation, and expands opportunities for our employees, patients, and communities.

Disclaimer:

Horizon endorses public health measures including vaccinations. We encourage all applicants to be mindful of the fact that Horizon is a healthcare agency proving in person services throughout our community.

This information is intended to provide a general overview of the position; it is not a full job description.

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