Job description
At Accord, we believe in creating communities where all people feel included and empowered, regardless of the challenges they face. We are on a mission to help people live their greatest lives. We make it possible for people living with disabilities or mental health issues to achieve their personal or career goals and live life to the fullest. We’d like to think we have the best jobs in the world - keep reading to learn more about working here at Accord.
About the Role
The Billing Specialist is responsible for overseeing billing operations in order to ensure timely billing, payments and collection. The Billing Specialist will be responsible for their programs’ open and aging balances, will work closely with the program manager to ensure accurate billing, and payments.
Job Location
Hybrid: You will work in our office in St. Paul, MN as well as potentially from home.
Essential Responsibilities
- Process billing, eligibility, claims management, which includes posting cash receipts, denials, and adjustments.
- Strive to continually reduce aging balance and bad debt expense.
- Meet regularly with program staff to review open balances, discuss issues, and provide suggestions on resolution. Effective problem solving skills are essential in this position.
- Assist with audits and monthly close process.
- Must demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Collaborate with other finance team members to improve cross training.
- Must be able to serve as a positive role model for other employees and the people supported by Accord.
Education:
- Minimum of an associate’s Degree in Accounting or related Finance field or 2 years of Human Services or Medical billing experience is required.
Skills & Experience:
- Must have strong attention to detail.
- Clerical and administrative experience required.
- Must be able to work independently.
- Must be able to multitask and prioritize accountabilities.
- Prior experience with Health Care/Medicaid billing strongly preferred.
- MNITS experience preferred.
- Must have strong customer service skills.
- Must have strong technical skills including MS Office.
Competitive wage ($20-$24/hr) and benefit package with PTO, 9 paid holidays, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, NO COST short & long-term disability insurance, retirement savings plan options, employee wellness program, tuition assistance program, career advancement, mileage reimbursement for providing direct services, a positive, friendly work environment and much more.
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