Business Office Manager

Shelby American, Inc.; Bloomfield Hills (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Business Office Manager to oversee daily accounting functions and ensure financial accuracy. This role is crucial in supporting residents through effective billing management and financial services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and excellent communication skills to assist residents and their families with financial inquiries. Join a dedicated team committed to enhancing the lives of residents in a caring and respectful environment. If you are passionate about finance and customer service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field preferred.
• One year of experience in an Accounting role.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting functions including billing and financial deposits.
• Assist residents with medical assistance applications and billing inquiries.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA guidelines.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Communication skills

Customer service

Financial management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

1-2 years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

PCC (Patient Care System)

Job description

Description

Full Time position; Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Position Summary:

In keeping with our organization’s goal of improving the lives of the Residents we serve, the Business Office Manager is responsible for the daily accounting functions of the facility, including financial record keeping, billing, and making financial deposits and withdraws from various accounts. This position administers the Resident trust fund, petty cash account, provides billing and collection services and operates the Resident bank.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Manage the patient trust fund in PCC. Provide funds to residents upon request, make deposits from residents and family members, balance the account monthly, and issue quarterly statements to residents.
• Complete monthly payment of Resident private account changes.
• Prepare and disburse monthly cash allowances.
• Create and distribute monthly billing statements.
• Assist Residents with the completion of medical assistance applications and verify eligibility. Manage Medicaid applications, renewals, and any issues that may arise. Verify and deliver appropriate Medicaid letters to the patient or responsible party.
• Manage and participate in working with the patients and families as it relates to billing questions. Explain insurance coverage and discuss billing questions and problems with residents and responsible parties.
• Communicate in PCC any changes in resident status as it affects billing. Receive pre-authorizations for treatment as required by Medicaid or other third-party payers.
• Complete representative payee forms on behalf of Residents who are unable to do so on their own.
• Coordinate closure related to accounts of deceased Residents (trust account, death certificate, life insurance claims, funeral expenses, final bills, etc.)
• Establish, develop, maintain and update filing system for the Business Office.
• Review weekly account receivables and payables with the Administrator or designee.
• Responsible for aging/past due account collection and analysis. Develop collection strategies to reduce delinquent accounts.
• Send communication letters to all past due accounts monthly. Pursue collection of outstanding balances of private pay or patient pay amounts.
• Assure that established infection control and standard precaution practices are maintained at all times. Follow established safety precautions when performing tasks and using equipment and supplies.
• Maintain the comfort, privacy and dignity of Residents and interact with them in a manner that displays warmth, respect and promotes a caring environment.
• Provide quality customer service efficiently to residents, family, co-workers and vendors in a manner that ensures satisfaction.
• Communicate and interact effectively and tactfully with Residents, visitors, families, peers and supervisors.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines at all times and protect confidential information by only providing information on a “need-to-know” basis.
• Answer and respond to call lights promptly and courteously when working in Guest care areas.
• Report all Resident concerns to the appropriate department head.
• Attend and participate in departmental meetings and in-services as directed. Attend in-service and education programs and continuing education required for maintenance of professional certification or licensure (if applicable).
• Understand Infection Control and follow the Company’s Infection Control guidelines, such as hand washing principles, understanding of isolation and standard precautions, maintaining personal hygiene, and complying with OSHA standards in the workplace.
• Promote and Protect Resident Rights by assisting Residents to make informed decisions, treating Residents with dignity and respect, protecting Residents’ personal belongings, reporting suspected abuse or neglect, avoiding the need for physical restraints in accordance with current professional standards; and supporting independent expression, choice and decision-making consistent with applicable laws and regulations.
• Perform other tasks as required.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Education, Training, and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree Accounting, Finance or related field preferred, or one to two years related experience and/or training.
• One year of experience in an Accounting role.

Specific skills, knowledge, and abilities:

• Knowledge and understanding of payer sources (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance).
• Communicate effectively and work with the residents and families on insurance billing items skills to be efficient in tasks and effective in communication.
• Ability to manage and handle deposits for the Corporation.
• Knowledge and ability to use a personal computer with emphasis on business software such as Microsoft Office.
• Skill and ability to pursue collection matters with patients, families or agencies.