Account Receivable Analyst

University of South Carolina

  • Columbia, SC
  • $45,133-56,416 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
Advertised Job SummaryAccount Receivable Analyst
  • Do you have knowledge of medical billing and accounts receivable management?
  • Are you a “details” person who enjoys finding opportunities for process improvement?
  • Do you enjoy working with data and reviewing transactions for accuracy?
  • Can you provide excellent customer service and follow-up?
The Account Receivable Analyst for Student Affairs and Academic Support (SAAS) is responsible for performing professional duties related to accounts receivable and billing processes within the Division of SAAS. The Account Receivable Analyst is a member of the division's centralized finance team. The division includes Student Affairs, Student Life, Student Health and Well-Being, Student Success, the Residential Experience, University 101, and the National Resource Center for the First Year Experience. The Accounts Receivable Analyst is directly supervised by the Accounts Receivable Manager for Student Affairs and Academic Support. They assist in the processing of deposits for the division along with internal and external billing and billing-related customer service, including billing for medical services provided. They utilize multiple different information systems such as Peoplesoft, Finance Intranet, and Touchnet.Primary Duties:
  • Bank Deposits & ACH: Prepares and assists in the preparation of bank deposits for all areas of the division.
  • Prepares and processes intradepartmental billing for all areas of the division. Process invoices and journal entries for billing of various departments
  • Maintain high levels of customer service. Answers patients' questions (by phone, email or secure message), direct students to proper resources, assist with the interpretation of EOBs and other correspondence from insurance companies related to health insurance claims.
  • Analyze, monitor, and follow up on accounts receivable. Process payment transactions/remittances related to health insurance claims and pharmacy claims within the electronic health record.
Perks:
  • Generous annual and sick leave accruement, along with 13 paid holidays.
  • An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment. Our location is in South Carolina's capitol city, surrounded by amenities, so you will love where you work!
  • Opportunities for professional development, including tuition assistance.
  • Eligible for enrollment in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Working at a globally recognized, high-impact research university committed to a superior student experience.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
  • Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 1 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with billing and financial transactions; experience with university accounting systems, policies, and procedures.
  • Experience using accounting software.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
  • Knowledge of Accounts Receivable and Billing processes.
  • Knowledge of general office practices and procedures.
  • Ability to prioritize and organize work to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
  • Excellent communication skills, oral and written.
  • Ability to understand and comply with policies and procedures.
  • Ability to work independently in the absence of supervisor and willing to learn new systems and implement new processes in response to change or to improve functions within the department.
  • Ability to adhere to the strictest of confidentiality standards including but not limited to HIPAA, FERPA (etc.).
Job DutiesJob DutyAccounts Receivable Management: Analyze, monitor and follow up on accounts receivable. Process claims and payment transactions/remittances related to health insurance billing and pharmacy claims within the electronic health record. Ensure accurate and timely transaction processing. Process student account transfers to Bursar's Office.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 40
Job DutyIntradepartmental billing: Prepares and processes intradepartmental billing for all areas of the division.Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 15
Job DutyCustomer service: Maintain high levels of customer service. Answers patient's questions (by phone, email or secure message), directs students to proper resources, assists with the interpretation of EOBs and other correspondence from insurance company. Respond to the tickets entered by SAAS staff for assistance with receivables and billing questions.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 15
Job DutyExternal Billing: Prepares and processes external billing for all areas of the division. Process invoices and deposits for billing of various entities external to the University for services provided by SAAS departments such as space rental, services provided, etc. Prepare financial documents when needed. Assist SAAS directors and departments with ensuring the collection of externally billed amounts due to the division.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 10
Job DutyBank Deposits & ACH: Prepares and assists in the preparation of bank deposits for all areas of the division. Claims all ACH payments for the division as appropriate. Assist with credit card and e-store support throughout the division.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 10
Job DutySpecial projects: Assist with special projects, as needed. Provide cross coverage within the office. Complete miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 10Position AttributesEmployees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No
Hazardous weather category Non-Essential

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