BUSINESS OFFICE / LEDGER and REPORTING SPECIALIST

Business Office / Ledger And Reporting Specialist

Position Summary : The Business Office / Ledger and Reporting Specialist is responsible for creating and maintaining accurate and compliant financial documents within our Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) while working closely with the Administrator. The position is highly involved in resident billing, payment collections, insurance claims, and other financial transactions for residents in a long-term care setting. This position plays a key role in ensuring accurate and timely processing for all aspects full-cycle, month-end closing and acts as the backup for accounts payable, and payroll processing. Duties may include but not limited to preparing and posting journal entries, cash disbursements, cash receipts, bank reconciliations, preparation of monthly and annual financial statements, balance sheet reconciliations and monthly schedules.

Education :

Degree in Finance / Accounting or related field preferred.

3-5 years accounting / finance or related experience preferred.

Experience :

Previous experience in accounts receivable, billing, or medical office management, preferably in a healthcare or long-term care setting. Experience with insurance billing (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance) is highly desirable. Must have the ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language. Strong organization skills. Self-starter / pro-active, and a team player with the ability to meet goals and deadlines. Detail oriented and must work effectively and efficiently under time pressure.

Key Responsibilities :

• Prepare journal entries, cash disbursement, cash receipts, month-end and year-end closing, account analysis, and bank reconciliations.
• Support monthly financial close including assigned balance sheet and income statement account reconciliations, journal entries and accruals
• Prepare month end reconciliations which may include but not limited to various bank accounts, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and / or other asset and liability accounts
• Post journal entries as required for asset, liability and income statement accounts
• Assist in providing financial reporting and schedules as requested by management and operations
• Provide accounting support for ongoing projects
• Prepare and reconcile system uploads into General Ledger. Responsible for any tasks necessary to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Analyze financial statements and prepare budget variance analysis using sound judgement and critical thinking.
• Assist with audit and cost report preparation.
• Participates in institutional budgeting process.
• Update documentation of business processes and procedures.