Accounts Receivable Specialist II

SACRAMENTO NATIVE AMERICAN HEALTH CENTER INC•Sacramento, CA

9d•$28 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounts Receivable Specialist (ARS), reporting to the Controller, provides clerical support in accounts receivable and moderately complex general accounting functions to effectively operate the Sacramento Native American Health Center, Inc.

Requirements

2 years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, or accounting functions.
High School diploma or equivalent; associate’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
Experience with electronic funds transfers, and cash handling.
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of accounting software such as QuickBooks or MIP as well as general programs such as MS Office.
Competency communicating effectively across the organization.
Highly detail-oriented and organized.
Ability to meet a constant stream of deadlines.
Superior analytical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service.
Data gathering and analysis
Planning and Organizing
Communication and Relationships
Teamwork initiative
Record Maintenance
Safety

Nice To Haves

Advanced proficiency in accounting software (e.g., MIP Abila) and Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and reporting functions
Experience in a nonprofit and/or health care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Actively uses customer portals to access information and download reports for electronic funds transfers and cash receipts.
Matches invoices with payments received and codes deposits in the accounting system accordingly.
Prepares and submits bank deposits, at least weekly, for agency funds.
Responds to customer inquiries regarding bills or payments, resolving discrepancies professionally and promptly.
Maintains and monitors AR aging reports to ensure all issued invoices are properly accounted for.
Enters all patient payments, including credit/debit cards, checks, and cash into the accounting system.
Generates timely and accurate customer invoices.
Tracks outgoing invoices and maintains organized copies for records.
Assists with accounting system closing procedures and special accounts receivable projects.
Prepares account reconciliations and resolves reconciling items in a timely manner.
Ensures daily count of cash drawers are performed by all departments receiving cash and conducting monthly cash audits.
Manages cash and cash equivalents, including daily counts, deposits, and audits.
Maintains accurate files for daily cash deposits, including receipts, checks, and deposit slips by date of service.
Collaborates with auditors and provides required documentation as necessary.
Assists in running ad-hoc reports and developing new accounting templates.
Performs general office tasks, including data entry, filing, faxing, scanning, and copying.
Abides by industry best practices (e.g. proper PPE, ergonomic posture, etc.) are to maintain a safe working environment; report safety issues or concerns to the Medical Clinic Manager or the Safety Officer immediately; review Safety and Health plans, understand, and ask questions regarding safe practices in your work area.
Complies with all state and federal laws and regulations, as they pertain to the position including HIPAA, sexual harassment, Scope of Practice, OSHA, SCAR reporting, etc.
Actively participates in internal quality improvement teams.
Works with team members proactively to support quality improvement initiatives in accordance with the mission and strategic goals for the organization, federal and state laws and regulations, and accreditation standards.
At all times demonstrates cooperative behavior with supervisors, colleagues, patients, and the community.
Other duties as assigned.