Staff Accountant

PACE Organization of Rhode Island•East Providence, RI

32d

About The Position

The Staff Accountant will be a key player in the monthly close process, including journal entries, P & L analysis, balance sheet account analysis, reconciliations, and other various month-end close G/L procedures. This position will also be responsible for processing accounts payable and accounts receivable and assisting vendors and various stakeholders by providing excellent customer service. The position will be responsible for communication with the third party claims processer, tracking claims as they move through the processing cycle, verifying that the claims are processed accurately and timely, and reporting/analysis of claims activity to support the organization. The position reports to the Finance Manager, and will assist management with maintaining accurate financial data, as well as keep management apprised of financial conditions and trends.

Requirements

Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet project deadlines
Proficiency with MS Office Suite or similar software
Dependable and punctual with ability to maintain consistent attendance
Ability to read, write and comprehend English
Ability to maintain sound judgement under stress and communicate effectively
Ability to research and analyze data, draw conclusions, and resolve issues
Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations
Bachelor's Degree, Required
5 years of related accounting experience, Required
Driver's License & access to reliable transportation

Nice To Haves

1-3 years of Accounting Software Experience, Preferred
1 year of experience working with a frail or elderly population, Preferred

Responsibilities

Process daily transactions of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger
Accounts receivable maintenance – prepare invoices, post cash receipts, deposits to bank, collection efforts, reconciliation procedures
General ledger – prepare various account reconciliation procedures, as needed
Accounts Payable processing
Review and approve weekly claims run by third party administrator. Verify contracted rates of payment on claims.
Analyze processed claims, denials, and pending claims. Resolve issues as appropriate; identify trends.
Deliver customer service to providers regarding claim inquiry.
Post monthly claims activity to general ledger, reconcile amounts and update corresponding analysis.
Positive Pay and banking coordination; final approval
Perform monthly bank account reconciliations
Oversee Rep Payee process, including participant billing
Perform Medicare/Medicaid payment reconciliation
Other monthly financials duties, such as A/R and revenue, journal entries, etc.
Participate in budget process, including compilation and issuance of budget reports
Assist in annual worker's comp audit
Maintain the Organizations fixed asset schedule
Acts as a backup for precheck issuance of vendor payments.
Assist Senior Accountant and Finance Manager with projects, as needed
Performs other related duties as required and assigned