Benefits Accounting Specialist

okgov; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State-paid benefit allowance

Wide insurance plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Savings Plan

11 paid holidays

15 days vacation and 15 days sickleave

Longevity Bonus

Public Service Loan Forgiveness andtu

Wellness benefits; on-site gym

Job summary

Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) is seeking a Benefits Accounting Specialist to manage complex accounting, auditing, and reconciliation of premium accounts. The role requires reviewing transactions, posting payments, and advising on discrepancies while ensuring HIPAA and EGID confidentiality.

The position supports internal and external stakeholders in a professional manner. Based in Oklahoma City, the role offers full-time hours, competitive benefits, and opportunities to contribute to

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, auditing standards, and pension laws.
• Familiarity with COBRA guidelines and Internal Revenue Code provisions.
• Ability to identify discrepancies and resolve account issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for internal/external customers.

Responsibilities

• Post and reconcile premium accounts and payments.
• Review, analyze, record, and reconcile AR transactions.
• Respond to inquiries about policies and procedures.
• Advise insurance coordinators and others on discrepancies.
• Maintain HIPAA and EGID confidentiality.
• Process refunds, NSF returns, write-offs, and adjustments.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Auditing standards

COBRA guidelines

Pension laws

IRS code familiarity

Discrepancy resolution

Communication skills

Job description

Benefits Accounting Specialist

Agency 807 HEALTH CARE AUTHORITY

Supervisory Organization EGID

Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date Continuous if Blank

Full/Part-Time Full time

Job Type Regular

Compensation $25.432692 / hourly

Why You'll Love Working Here

At the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA), your work matters. Every day, our team helps ensure Oklahomans have access to better health and better care. Guided by our core values, Passion for Purpose, Trust & Transparency, Empowerment & Accountability, Best-in-Class, Outcome-Driven, and Servant Leadership , we foster a workplace where people feel supported, respected, and empowered to make an impact. Learn more about OHCA.

Let's Talk Benefits

• Generous state-paid benefit allowance to offset insurance premiums.
• A wide selection of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with employer contributions.
• 11 paid holidays annually.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave in the first year.
• Longevity Bonus recognizing years of public service.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility and tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness benefits, including an on-site gym and fitness center discounts.

Job Description

Location: 4345 N Lincoln Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73105. Salary: $25.432692 / hour. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday. Primary Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Agency/Division Information

The Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) works to ensure Oklahomans have access to better health and better care. The agency's core values include passion for purpose, trust and transparency, empowerment and accountability, best in class and outcome-driven, and servant leadership. As part of the interview process, candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview at our Oklahoma City office.

Position Purpose

The Benefits Accounting Specialist responsibilities include specialized accounting and auditing work related to the maintenance and reconciliation of group and policy holder premium accounts to reflect payments received for various types of insurance and benefits. Responsibilities will include reviewing, analyzing, recording and reconciling accounts receivable transactions, posting payments received directly from members and various group employer payrolls, responding to inquiries concerning policies and procedures, and advising insurance coordinators, employees and others concerning actions required on various discrepancies, changes or other transactions.

Principal Activities May Include

• Protect privacy and confidentiality of program participants' information and comply with HIPAA regulations.
• Recognize and deny forms/requests that are considered to be non-compliant and produce response letters that adhere to all EGID rules within the required accuracy ranges.
• Post payments accurately within four business days. Reconcile accounts within five business days.
• Process queries, reports, and special projects accurately and within deadlines, adhering to unit procedures and EGID rules.
• Process refund requests, NSF returns, write-offs, and un-refunds accurately and within specified deadlines, adhering to all unit procedures and EGID rules.
• Process Workflow referrals and daily mail within 5 working days, within the required accuracy ranges.
• Provide timely, accurate, and professional guidance to internal and external customers regarding billing/reconciliation matters and generate the proper correspondence.
• Attend recurring unit/department/division/agency meetings and any mandatory trainings provided by Member Accounts leadership or Human Resources.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competency Requirements

The EGID Benefits Accounting Specialist role requires strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, auditing standards, employee state pension laws, federal COBRA guidelines, and relevant Internal Revenue Code sections. The specialist must possess skills in identifying and resolving discrepancies, accurately processing forms and reports, prioritizing tasks to meet critical deadlines, and maintaining compliance with HIPAA and EGID confidentiality regulations. Effective communication and professional customer service are essential when supporting internal and external stakeholders. These responsibilities align closely with the competencies of Ensures Accountability, by meeting strict accuracy and timeliness standards; Problem Solving, by analyzing account issues and implementing effective resolutions; and Customer Focus, by providing timely, accurate, and professional guia