A career at Easterseals Midwest is more than a job - it is an opportunity to make a positive difference in people's lives every day. Our employees are the link to the community for those they serve and is one of the most exemplary reflections of the wonderful mission driven work we provide every day.

The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for processing, tracking and recording revenue, as well as processing and posting cash receipts to appropriate accounts receivable account and the general ledger. This position is also responsible for maintaining reports for collection purposes, maintaining accurate accounts receivable records and ensuring that the organization is meeting compliance requirements in conjunction with Generally Accepted Accounting Practices.

Essential Functions:

* Processes billing for program areas through each funder's electronic portal within established timeframes.

* Processes medical billing claims in connection with Medicaid and private insurance requirements.

* Oversees the collection process through following up with funders on unbillables, rejected/denied claims, recoups and unpaid claims in a timely manner.

* Enters accounts receivable transactions into the accounting system and reconciles information with billed services in the funder's portal and EHR system.

* Maintains and distributes accounts receivable reports.

* Processes payments received for organizational services, grants and donations; and reconciles payments to daily bank deposit log. Provides and maintains all backup information for payments received.

* Applies payments to customer accounts in the accounting system in an accurate and timely manner. Creates new accounts in system as needed.

* Researches and resolves payment discrepancies to ensure accounts receivable balances are accurately reported.

Qualifications:

* Must have high school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years accounts receivable/medical billing experience required.

* Previous experience working with an EHR system preferred.

* Must have experience working with Microsoft Office suite and intermediate-level