Accounting Clerk

Ochsner Clinic Foundation • New Orleans, LA

14d

About The Position

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job, with minimal supervision, prepares and posts the general ledger journal entries for non-patient related collections. Oversees the distribution of daily change funds to Main Campus Patient Service Associates' and satellite locations. Issues collection receipts for deposits from former hospital locations. Regulates the distribution of and accounting for petty cash payments. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• None.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable processing.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. more than eight hours a day).

Responsibilities

• Reconciles all transactions.
• Processes all invoices received.
• Verifies invoice quantity and amount.
• Researches and resolves all discrepancies related to vendor invoices, credits and statements.
• Initiates quality improvements.
• Participates in and supports special projects.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
• Maintains and complies with its & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees