What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable and Receivable Specialist position at Pacific Point Healthcare?
Pacific Point Health Care Services is part of a multi-state corporation that is in the midst of an exciting growth phase. Join our team and take advantage of the opportunity to advance your career with a leading healthcare provider.
As a clinically owned healthcare agency it is our goal to have a positive impact on the lives of our patients, their families, and our employees. Pacific Point Health Care believes that our services can only be as good as the staff that is providing them. Therefore, we are committed to supporting our staff while at the same time promoting exceptional healthcare services for the benefit of all our patients.
We care deeply for our staff and we show that in multiple ways such as
-Flexible Scheduling
-Competitive Compensation
-Benefits Packages
-401(k)
-FSA
-Paid Time Off
-Employee Referral Program
-Positive Work Environment
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Job Title/Position: Accounts Payable and Receivable Specialist
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Accounts Payable and Receivable Specialist to join our team at Pacific Point Health Care, a leading home health agency. The ideal candidate will have experience with both accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, particularly in a healthcare or home health setting. This role will be responsible for managing all aspects of the agency’s financial transactions, ensuring timely processing of invoices, and maintaining accurate records for both payable and receivables.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
Accounts Payable:
- Process and review incoming vendor invoices for accuracy and completeness.
- Ensure that all invoices are approved according to agency policies before processing payments.
- Manage and maintain vendor relationships to resolve any billing discrepancies or payment issues.
- Prepare and process weekly/monthly payments to vendors via checks, ACH, or credit card.
- Maintain accounts payable files and ensure all records are accurate and easily accessible for auditing purposes.
- Reconcile credit card statements and track expenditures.
- Ensure compliance with agency budgetary constraints, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
Accounts Receivable:
- Process and monitor incoming payments for services provided, including insurance payments, client payments, and other third-party payments.
- Prepare and send invoices to clients, insurance companies, and other payers in a timely manner.
- Follow up on overdue accounts, working with clients and insurance companies to resolve payment issues.
- Post payments and prepare detailed reports on receivables.
- Reconcile patient accounts, ensuring that all payments are accurately applied, and outstanding balances are updated.
- Prepare ageing reports and assist with collections as needed, escalating overdue accounts to management as appropriate.
General Financial Support:
- Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports related to payables and receivables.
- Maintain accurate records of financial transactions for auditing and compliance purposes.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
- Help with the preparation and management of budgets and forecasts as needed.
- Collaborate with other departments, such as billing, nursing, and administration, to resolve financial discrepancies or questions.
- Provide basic bookkeeping support, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial record-keeping.
- Skills & Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar systems).
- Paycom experience is a nice-to-have for payroll or HR-related financial tasks.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (v-lookups, pivot tables, etc.).
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with clients, vendors, and team members.
- Knowledge of healthcare billing processes and insurance claims is a plus.
- Basic bookkeeping skills, including familiarity with general ledger entries, account reconciliations, and maintaining accurate financial records.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: Associate’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
- Experience: 2 years of experience in accounts payable and receivable, preferably in a healthcare or home health environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $27 - $35
