What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Specialist- Accounts Receivable position at Jefferson Area Board for Aging (JABA)?
As an Accounts Receivable Specialist, you'll be the key player in ensuring our clients’ payments are tracked, managed, and reported accurately. If you’re someone who thrives in Excel, loves problem-solving, and has an eye for detail, this is your perfect match!
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Invoice Management: Create, issue, and track client invoices. Ensure everything is clear, correct, and on point!
- Claim filing: with Medicaid, Veteran’s Administration and others; follow up on payment.
- Payment Tracking & Reconciliation: Keep our records in tip-top shape—maintain up-to-date AR reports and track payment status like a pro.
- Aging Reports: Prepare and analyze accounts receivable aging reports to ensure all accounts are up-to-date.
- Communication Wizard: Be the friendly voice clients turn to when they have billing questions or concerns. Your ability to remain calm, patient, and professional is key.
- Collaboration Rockstar: Work closely with the finance team and other departments to resolve discrepancies and assist with month-end closing activities.
- Excel Expertise: You must be comfortable using Excel for basic applications, and be willing to learn more!
- Attention to Detail: Accuracy is key in accounts receivable, and you have a sharp eye for spotting discrepancies and correcting them. Take the initiative!
- Strong Communication Skills: Whether over the phone or email, you know how to keep things friendly, clear, and efficient.
- Problem-Solving: When something’s off, you’re the first to jump in and figure it out.
- Organization: You thrive in a well-organized workspace and stay ahead of deadlines.
- Tech-savvy: You’re not only comfortable but thrive working with spreadsheets, accounting software, and can learn new tools quickly. (Excel performance is required)
- Experience: 5 years of experience in accounts receivable or a similar financial role with heavy Excel usage.
- Experience with accounting software .
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles.
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
- A chance to grow your skills and advance your career in accounting.
- Health benefits, retirement, generous leave package and more!