Accounts Receivable Specialist I

Behavioral Health Services North Inc • Plattsburgh, NY

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About The Position

The Accounts Receivable Specialist I plays a key role in supporting the company’s financial operations by ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial transactions. This position is responsible for reconciling customer payments and accounts, identifying and addressing discrepancies, and recommending appropriate collection actions. The Specialist will also maintain strong client relationships through effective communication regarding past-due accounts and will contribute to performance improvements by streamlining receivables processes. A strong commitment to integrity, confidentiality, and compliance with financial regulations is essential for success in this role.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GEDrequired
• Strong mathematical skills
• Understanding of basic principles of finance, accounting, and bookkeeping
• Excellent time management and detail orientation
• Ability to work effectively independently as well as collaboratively
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time
• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Health Information Management, or 2 years of relevant work experience is required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, preferred
• Proficiency with Google Drive, QuickBooks Online and accounting ERP system such as Oracle, SAP, or NetSuite, preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Health Information Management is preferred, or 4-6 years’ relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Gather and verify invoices for appropriate documentation prior to payment
• Maintain accounts receivable records to ensure aging is up to date, credits and collections are applied, uncollectible amounts are accounted for, and miscellaneous differences are cleared
• Perform daily cash management duties, including the recording of bank deposits, updating and distribution of cash receipt logs, and posting of cash to the accounts receivable subledger
• Monitor and collect accounts receivable by contacting clients via telephone, email, and mail
• Prepare analytical and ratio analyses relevant to A/R so management can gain a better understanding of how collection efforts are progressing
• Support other accounting and finance team members, inventory management, and cost accounting
• Additional duties as assigned within scope of job description

Benefits

• Generous benefits, including personalized health coverage, paid time off, and holiday pay
• Working within our community, making a real impact, working alongside passionate colleagues
• Accessible leadership team, coaching for your growth, and ample training opportunities
• With BHSN University, we provide our team members with continuous learning, mentorship, and internal education opportunities to encourage our team to continue discovering and innovating
• As a rapidly growing organization, there are endless opportunities to grow within the organization
• Community discounts, loan forgiveness & more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree