Account Clerk
About The Position
The Account Clerk works in the Business Office and performs accounting-related clerical duties requiring familiarity with basic accounting functions. The role requires full knowledge of accounting functions and policies, includes assisting with training, and serves as a team leader. Work is typically performed inside an office. The position uses the PSRS/Financial system to review audit trails and cost center reporting, evaluates patient accounts receivable, maintains patient accounts and financial records, prepares reports and statements, and processes invoices and account adjustments. The Account Clerk also communicates with clients, coworkers, and vendors, documents accounting procedures, and assists in training other account clerks. Applicants and employees may be required to complete a drug screening test and background check under agency policies. The position has an initial and promotional probationary period of six months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Five years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, payroll and accounts payable, business administration, or a closely related field. Additional education in Business Administration, Public Administration, Community Health, Public Health, Accounting, or Human Resource Management may substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis.
- May be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check according to agency policies.
Responsibilities
- Review system audit trails using the PSRS/Financial system.
- Evaluate patient accounts receivable and prepare summary reports of account postings.
- Review cost center reporting using the PSRS/Financial system.
- Maintain patient accounts, including charges, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and delinquent accounts.
- Maintain financial ledgers and records of money received and disbursed.
- Prepare financial statements and invoices for payment, and make necessary adjustments and corrections.
- Take necessary actions on patient accounts receivable files and accounts payable invoices.
- Generate payment invoices according to cost center program.
- Communicate clearly with clients, coworkers, and vendors.
- Document accounting procedures, records, and controls according to agency guidelines.
- Assist in training account clerks through staff meetings, on-the-job training, and written instructions.
- Assist with training and serve as team leader.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
