Direct Bill Specialist

IMA Financial Group•Wichita, KS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Bill Specialist supports IMA’s accounts receivable function across its locations. The role monitors incoming deposits, applies payments to the appropriate ledgers and transactions, files supporting documentation, prepares accounts receivable aging reports, and follows up on problem and past-due accounts. The Specialist works with customers, service teams, assigned associates, and other departments to resolve account issues and support proper processing of carrier invoices. The position also supports other accounting team members and tasks as needed. The role is performed within an IMA office more than 75% of the time. The position calls for two to five years of similar or related experience, proficiency in Microsoft Excel and 10-key data entry, and Applied Epic systems skills. Candidates must have at least one of the following: a two-year college degree, completion of a specialized course of study at a business or trade school, or completion of a specialized and extensive in-house training or apprenticeship program. The role requires accounting knowledge, analytical and problem-solving ability, attention to detail, multitasking, and the ability to prioritize time-sensitive workloads and meet aggressive deadlines. IMA describes its workplace as team-oriented and associate-focused, with an ownership business model. Eligible associates may access a broad benefits and rewards package; the final offer depends on factors including geographic location, relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Requirements

Two to five years of similar or related experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
At least one of the following: a two-year college degree; completion of a specialized course of study at a business or trade school; or completion of a specialized and extensive in-house training or apprenticeship program.
Proficiency with 10-key data entry.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a general understanding of accounting concepts and procedures.
Ability to prioritize heavy, time-sensitive workloads and meet aggressive deadlines.
Attention to detail and ability to multitask.
Systems skills with Applied Epic.

Responsibilities

Support and demonstrate IMA’s core values and recognize the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion among associates.
Support accounts receivable operations for all locations.
Monitor incoming deposits daily and apply them as directed.
Apply deposits to the appropriate ledger and transactions, and file supporting documentation.
Follow up on problem accounts and obtain information from customers, assigned associates, or other departments to resolve issues.
Prepare accounts receivable aging reports.
Follow up on outstanding payments with the service team and contact customers when necessary.
Collect past-due accounts receivable by emailing, writing, and telephoning customers.
Serve as a resource to internal teams on processes and guidelines for proper carrier-invoice processing.
Support other accounting team members and tasks as needed.
Perform the role within an IMA office more than 75% of the time.