Manager of Denials

Ascension Living; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension Living is seeking a finance leader to oversee reimbursement operations for the remote Support Center. You will guide staff, uphold accurate financial reporting, and supervise third-party calculation systems to ensure compliance.

The role emphasizes audits, regulatory filings, and collaboration with internal management and external auditors to maintain high standards in a mission-driven healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Licensure / Certification / Registration: Accountant preferred.
• Education: High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's/Bachelor's with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience.
• 3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Staff Leadership: Manage reimbursement team operations, hiring, evaluations, and ongoing staff development.
• Systems & Audits: Oversee third-party calculation systems, annual audits, and required financial reporting.
• Compliance & Appeals: Ensure strict accuracy on all third-party filings and coordinate regulatory appeals.
• Expert Liaison: Act as the main resource for internal management, external auditors, and consultants.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

High School diploma equivalency

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Remote

Facility: Ascension Living Support Center

Specialty: Finance

Schedule: Full-time

Salary: $99,863.85 - $135,109.91 per year

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Staff Leadership: Manage reimbursement team operations, hiring, evaluations, and ongoing staff development.
• Systems & Audits: Oversee third-party calculation systems, annual audits, and required financial reporting.
• Compliance & Appeals: Ensure strict accuracy on all third-party filings and coordinate regulatory appeals.
• Expert Liaison: Act as the main resource for internal management, external auditors, and consultants.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Accountant preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• 3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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