Ryan Consulting Group, LLC Looking for Staff Accountant at Charlotte, NC Full Time

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Controller, the Accountant will be responsible for supporting the Controller and the Business Office by preparing schedules and documentation for the monthly General Ledger closing process, and the Billing/Accounts Receivable function.

Essential Functions (other duties may be assigned):

• Processes, prints and/or emails resident’s monthly billing statements including the following:
• Auto-draft files in healthcare software system, such as Point Click Care, (setup and changes).
• Initiates Auto-draft Process with the bank.

c. Imports or inputs ancillary charges to healthcare software including charges for facilities, environmental services, medical supplies, home care services, transportation, etc.

• Creates and maintains permanent Resident Files and Accounts Receivable Files including the following:

• Resident File information in healthcare software, and auxiliary software including POS system, such as Full Count.
• • Updating healthcare software as residents move through the continuum of care.
• Provides excellent customer service in responding to billing questions from residents and/or family members.
• Maintains Accounts Receivable Aging for All Payors by:
• • Monitoring all claims for payment status.
  • Posting Cash Receipts (both checks and electronic funds) for Medicare Claims and Private Pay.
  • Correcting and rebilling any claims that are returned or denied.
  • Receiving approval from CFO for any write-offs.
  • Maintains collection efforts including reconciling and resolving NSF’s.
  • Primary liaison with external Medicare Billing Contractor.
  • Assists residents with filing Long Term Care Insurance Claims.
  • Supports accurate and timely recording of all transactions into the General Ledger, including Billing and Receivables, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Fixed Assets, Deferred Revenue, Notes Payable, etc. as directed by the Controller.
  • Maintains and updates the Company Chart of Accounts to support accurate financial reporting as directed by the Controller.
  • Supports accounting policies and procedures.
  • Follows appropriate controls for insuring accurate recording of accounting transactions through system generated journal entries and manual journal entries, into the General Ledger to minimize risk of misstatement.
  • As directed by the Controller, reconciles various General Ledger accounts to subsidiary ledgers, external bank, investment, or other statements including, but not limited to:
  • • Bank and Investment Accounts
    • Accounts Receivable Ledgers
    • Fixed Asset Schedules
    • SOP 90 Schedules
    • Notes Payable
    • Accruals
    • Fund Balances
    • Assists Controller and CFO with annual financial audit, Form 990, Medicare Cost Report, etc., by providing required worksheets and reconciliations as needed.

    Required Skills/Abilities:

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

    • Excellent customer service skills.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
    • Basic computer skills and willingness to learn accounting software necessary to perform job function, such as Point Click Care, Sage Fixed Asset Software, FORCAST (SOP 90) Software, etc.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
    • Advanced Excel skills.

    Education and Experience:
    

    • 2 – 4 years Billing/Accounts Receivable Experience.
    • Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred.
    • 1-3 years of accounting experience.

    Reasoning Ability
    

    • Accountant is authorized to take reasonable action necessary to carry out assigned responsibilities provided such action is consistent with Sharon Tower’s policies and sound management practices.
    • Ability to exercise judgement and discretion in establishing and maintaining positive working relationships.
    • Ability to research information and analyze data to arrive at valid conclusions, recommendations and plans of action.
    • Recognition that errors in judgement may result in legal action against Sharon Towers.

    Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
    

    • CPA or CPA Candidate preferred.