Staff Accountant
About The Position
At Tennyson Center for Children, our core values guide everything we do. We are Joyful, finding optimism and strength even in challenges; Curious, always learning and innovating to provide the best care; Dependable, building trust through reliability; Authentic, celebrating uniqueness and creating safe, inclusive spaces; and Compassionate, deeply caring for our teammates, our clients, and the community we serve. If these values resonate with you, we’d love to have you join our team and help us make a lasting impact on the children across Colorado! The Staff Accountant position is primarily responsible for managing various accounts payable and receivable as well as general accounting processes. The position is an independent contributor with no supervisory responsibilities. The position reports directly to the Accounting Manager or Senior Accountant. Professionals with staff accountant, billing specialist, and/or accounts receivable experience are highly encouraged to apply.
Requirements
- Associate degree or higher in accounting or finance or related experience.
- One or more years of experience in accounting or finance
- All candidates must have (or qualify to obtain) a current Colorado driver's license
- All positions require a pre-employment drug test, FBI fingerprint check, CBI criminal records check, child abuse registry check, motor vehicle record check, academic record verification, and reference checks
- Must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States in compliance with federal law.
- All persons hired will be required to verify their eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
- Tennyson Center currently does not sponsor work visas.
Nice To Haves
- Strong customer service, organizational skills, and attention to detail
- Must be flexible per business needs
Responsibilities
- Assume overall management of the client billing process on a monthly basis; ensure all services are billed and at the correct rates
- Fully utilize Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system and clearinghouse for billing
- Tracking and monitoring all billing, payments, and collections to effectively manage accounts receivable
- Ensure client billing cash receipts are entered into EMR and Financial Edge based on month-end close process timing
- Follow up on all outstanding school district invoices
- Respond to staff questions regarding claims-related concerns
- Prepare monthly billing revenue journal entry
- Prepare and process biweekly payroll
- Prepare and process monthly credit card expense reports
- Prepare yearly 1099 statements
- Oversee and reconcile petty cash account
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality and operate with integrity
- Ensure insurance authorizations and contract rates are properly set up in EMR
- Supports and advances quality improvement efforts through adherence to Tennyson Center policies and procedures, regulatory standards, and best practices
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance options
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid Mental Health days to regroup & recharge
- Retirement Plan with a match up to 4% of your annual salary
- Pet, Legal & Identity Theft insurance options
- HSA & FSA options
- Accident, Critical Illness, Disability & Hospital Indemnity insurance options
- Company paid Life Insurance & AD&D with options to purchase additional coverage
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Professional Development Assistance
- Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
