Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our dynamic finance team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for managing the company’s accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances, and maintaining accurate financial records. Your expertise will support the organization’s financial health and facilitate smooth revenue cycle management. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced environment while honing your accounting skills and advancing your career in finance.
Duties
- Process and monitor incoming payments through various billing software and financial systems, including QuickBooks, Sage, PeopleSoft, and other accounting software.
- Reconcile accounts receivable ledger by verifying transactions, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring accuracy using Excel data analysis and spreadsheets.
- Manage collections accounts by contacting clients via phone or email, negotiating payment arrangements, and maintaining positive customer relationships with professional phone etiquette and customer service skills.
- Prepare detailed journal entries for revenue recognition, account adjustments, and month-end closing activities in compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) requirements.
- Perform account analysis and account reconciliation to ensure all receivables are accurately recorded and properly aged.
- Collaborate with other departments such as accounts payable, medical billing teams, or governmental accounting units to resolve billing issues or discrepancies involving CPT coding, ICD-10 codes, or other medical terminology.
- Generate reports on accounts receivable status, aging reports, and collection metrics using Microsoft Office tools like Excel formulas for data analysis and reporting purposes.
Requirements
- Proven experience in accounting or finance roles with a focus on accounts receivable management; experience in public accounting or non-profit accounting is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of accounting concepts including debits & credits, double-entry bookkeeping, journal entries, and revenue cycle management.
- Proficiency with financial software such as QuickBooks, Sage, PeopleSoft, or similar systems, and familiarity with billing software and electronic data entry are essential.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to perform account reconciliation and analyze Excel data effectively using formulas.
- Knowledge of GAAP standards as well as SOX compliance procedures related to financial reporting and internal controls.
- Effective communication skills for client interaction, negotiation of payment terms, and internal collaboration.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail; experience with Excel data analysis and 10-key typing is preferred.
- Familiarity with medical billing procedures, including CPT coding, ICD-10 coding systems, medical terminology, or governmental accounting regulations, is advantageous.
Join our team today to play a crucial role in maintaining our financial integrity while developing your expertise in a vibrant professional environment! #IND2
Pay: $24.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
