Billing Specialist

Accord; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a Billing Specialist to manage billing operations effectively. This role involves processing billing and claims management, ensuring timely payments, and collaborating with program staff to resolve issues. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a background in medical billing or finance. With a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits package, this position offers a supportive work environment where you can thrive and make a difference in the lives of others. Join a team that empowers individuals and fosters community inclusion.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short & Long-term Disability Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan Options

Employee Wellness Program

Tuition Assistance Program

Mileage Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum of an associate’s Degree in Accounting or related Finance field required.
• 2 years of Human Services or Medical billing experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee billing operations to ensure timely billing and payments.
• Process billing, eligibility, and claims management.
• Collaborate with finance team to improve cross training.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Clerical Experience

Customer Service Skills

Technical Skills (MS Office)

Problem Solving Skills

Ability to Multitask

Education

Associate's Degree in Accounting or related field

2 years of Human Services or Medical billing experience

Tools

MNITS

Job description

At Accord, we believe in creating communities where all people feel included and empowered, regardless of the challenges they face. We are on a mission to help people live their greatest lives. We make it possible for people living with disabilities or mental health issues to achieve their personal or career goals and live life to the fullest. We'd like to think we have the best jobs in the world - keep reading to learn more about working here at Accord.

About the Role

The Billing Specialist is responsible for overseeing billing operations in order to ensure timely billing, payments and collection. The Billing Specialist will be responsible for their programs' open and aging balances, will work closely with the program manager to ensure accurate billing, and payments.

Job Location

Hybrid: You will work in our office in St. Paul, MN as well as potentially from home.

Essential Responsibilities

• Process billing, eligibility, claims management, which includes posting cash receipts, denials, and adjustments.
• Strive to continually reduce aging balance and bad debt expense.
• Meet regularly with program staff to review open balances, discuss issues, and provide suggestions on resolution. Effective problem solving skills are essential in this position.
• Assist with audits and monthly close process.
• Must demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Collaborate with other finance team members to improve cross training.
• Must be able to serve as a positive role model for other employees and the people supported by Accord.

Education:

• Minimum of an associate’s Degree in Accounting or related Finance field or 2 years of Human Services or Medical billing experience is required.

Skills & Experience:

• Must have strong attention to detail.
• Clerical and administrative experience required.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize accountabilities.
• Prior experience with Health Care/Medicaid billing strongly preferred.
• MNITS experience preferred.
• Must have strong customer service skills.
• Must have strong technical skills including MS Office.

Competitive wage ($20-$24/hr) and benefit package with PTO, 9 paid holidays, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, NO COST short & long-term disability insurance, retirement savings plan options, employee wellness program, tuition assistance program, career advancement, mileage reimbursement for providing direct services, a positive, friendly work environment and much more.

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