Business Office Director

Senior Living Hospitality Group; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Senior Living Hospitality Group is seeking an experienced Business Office Manager to oversee the financial operations of a senior living community in Bridgeport, CT. You will manage A/R, A/P, payroll, resident billing, and financial reporting to ensure compliance and accurate statements.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, 3–5 years in senior living or healthcare finance, and strong knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid billing, with proficiency in financial software

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, healthcare administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in senior living, healthcare, or long-term care financial management.
• Strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, and resident billing processes.
• Proficiency in financial software, accounting systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information with professionalism and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable, ensuring timely and accurate billing and payments.
• Manage resident financial accounts, including monthly statements, deposits, and payment plans.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and regulatory requirements, including Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance billing.
• Supervise payroll processing, verifying accuracy and compliance with wage and hour laws.
• Maintain financial records and reporting, collaborating with corporate finance teams and auditors as needed.
• Monitor cash flow, budget performance, and expense control to support the community's financial health.
• Coordinate with the Admissions and Sales teams to ensure seamless move-in processes and financial documentation.
• Provide support to residents and families regarding financial inquiries, billing issues, and payment arrangements.
• Supervise business office staff, providing training and development to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
• Assist the Administrator with financial planning, forecasting, and strategic decision-making.

Skills

Billing & AR/AP

Payroll processing

Regulatory compliance

Financial software

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, healthcare administration, or related field

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

The Business Office Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial operations, billing, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and resident financial services within the senior living community. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and smooth business office operations to support overall community success.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable, ensuring timely and accurate billing and payments.

Manage resident financial accounts, including monthly statements, deposits, and payment plans.

Ensure compliance with financial policies and regulatory requirements, including Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance billing.

Supervise payroll processing, verifying accuracy and compliance with wage and hour laws.

Maintain financial records and reporting, collaborating with corporate finance teams and auditors as needed.

Monitor cash flow, budget performance, and expense control to support the community's financial health.

Coordinate with the Admissions and Sales teams to ensure seamless move-in processes and financial documentation.

Provide support to residents and families regarding financial inquiries, billing issues, and payment arrangements.

Supervise business office staff, providing training and development to ensure efficiency and accuracy.

Assist the Administrator with financial planning, forecasting, and strategic decision-making.

Qualification & Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, healthcare administration, ora related field preferred.

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in senior living, healthcare, or long-term care financial management.

Strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, and resident billing processes.

Proficiency in financial software, accounting systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Ability to handle confidential financial information with professionalism and integrity.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Primarily an office-based role with some interaction in resident areas.

Requires sitting for extended periods, along with some standing, walking, and light lifting of office materials.

Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to meet financial deadlines.