Staff Accountant / Billing Specialist [Hybrid Eligible]

Victory Programs Inc; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (75% employer premium

Dental insurance (25% employer premium

Disability insurance (100% employer)

Life insurance (employer paid)

Paid time off

Holidays

Personal days

Vacation

Job summary

Victory Programs Inc. is seeking a Staff Accountant to manage cash receipts, third-party billing and assist in contract billing. The role reports to the Finance Manager and offers hybrid work eligibility after orientation.

Responsibilities include preparing billing sheets, processing receivables in Dynamics GP, reconciling to the general ledger, and providing financial data support to program staff. Strong Excel skills and ability to meet deadlines are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or working toward a degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.
• Strong database skills and proficiency with Excel/Word.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly billing sheets and claims to State funders and key behavioral health insurers for Residential.
• Process receivables and reconcile to the General Ledger.
• Assist in contract billing and third-party billing procedures.
• Maintain accurate files for audits and generate reports as required.
• Support Finance Manager with other billings and tasks as needed.

Skills

Database skills

Microsoft Office

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting or related field

Tools

Dynamics GP

Job description

Description

The Staff Accountant is responsible for Cash Receipts and Third Party Billing as well as assisting in contract billing. The Staff Accountant reports to and is supervised by the Finance Manager.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare monthly billing sheets and claims to State funders and key behavioral health insurers for Residential

Recovery services:

• Work directly with Program Directors to ensure accuracy of billing spreadsheets
• Process billing claims and payments in appropriate systems
• Follow up on claim rejections and/or outstanding billing discrepancies
• Reconcile accounts to the General Ledger and resolve problems as needed
• Act as lead and liaison between the Program staff and the Finance team to resolve any outstanding financial concerns.
• Prepare all daily accounts receivables for the Agency.
• Process receivables in the Dynamics GP general ledger system.
• Complete any cost or unit rate billings that are required by the Finance Manager.
• Keep accurate files ready to be audited on a regular schedule or as requested.
• Gather financial information and generate reports for Accounting or Human Resources as required.
• Safeguard sensitive data, through review and implementation of internal controls.
• Prepare monthly Tenant Rents, Pull Up Accounts and Key deposit reports and reconcile to the general ledger.
• Provide support to agency staff on financial and data procedures for third party billing and payroll.

Non-Essential Functions:

• Assist with accounting/finance tasks and special projects as needed.
• Assist the Finance Manager with other billings, as requested.
• Attend weekly supervision with the Chief Financial Officer and Finance Manager.
• Attend quarterly meetings of Administrative Staff and monthly meetings of the Accounting Department.
• Ongoing evaluation and recommendation of changes in third-party systems.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ degree or working toward a degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
• Some experience in Accounting/Finance.
• Strong database skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel & Word.
• Ability to meet deadlines and to work independently.
• Strong organizational, writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Must be CPR certified (may be obtained upon hire)
• Completed TB screening (may be obtained upon hire)
• Three work related professional references; at least 2 from manager or supervisor.

Position Type:

Full-time, 40 hours TBD, non-exempt [Hybrid eligible after orientation period]

Rate:

$26.81 hourly

Victory Programs values a diverse workforce, as we collectively seek to create welcoming, inclusive and accessible environments for our employees and the people we serve. We strive to sustain healthy, functioning communities that respect and celebrate different experiences, identities, cultures and ideas.

Victory Programs has helped individuals and families in crisis for over 45 years. Thousands turn to us yearly for shelter, sustenance, recovery, care, and professional, compassionate support. Most struggle with homelessness, substance use and mental health, and many live with HIV/AIDS. Our team of more than 300 staff across over 30+ programs works with people to develop and execute creative, safe solutions to the very real challenges our clients face.

• Our benefit program includes a 75% health and 25% dental employer premium contribution, 100% employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Victory Programs offers a generous paid time off package to all employees including vacation, sick, and personal time as well as holidays.
• Upon hire, all staff are entitled to up to: 4 personal days, 160 sick hours, 10 holidays and 3 1/2 weeks of vacation.
• These figures adjust based on full time or part time status and allocated vacation time increases with length of employment.