Billings Specialist

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self‑sufficiency, independence and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults.

Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short‑term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs. Telework opportunities are available depending upon the position.

The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS) is seeking applicants for the position of Billing Specialist 1 located in Blakely, Early County, Georgia
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Pay Grade: H

Under supervision, plans, organizes and manages the operation of the billing functions such as preparation and distribution of invoices to third‑party payers, preparing claims and posting cash receipts. Analyzes complex billing data and prepares reports for revenue and expenses and other statistical data.

• Analyzes and reconciles accounts data and transactions.
• Assesses the efficiency of billing and accounts receivable services and develops and implements process improvements.
• Compiles financial information from all components and develops integrated revenue/expense analyses and reports.
• Coordinates all components to ensure consistent reporting and adherence to federal and state financial reporting regulations and guidelines.
• Directs the operation, implementation and maintenance of financial systems or equipment (i.e. fiscal information systems, bookkeeping or recording systems, cash registers or terminals, etc.).
• Monitors billing and accounts receivable accounting system.
• Oversees the collection, compilation, and analysis of billing data and the preparation of related reports.
• Provides billing services status reports to departmental leadership.
• Researches issues and provides technical assistance.
• High School diploma/GED and one (1) year of job related experience in accounting, billing, or budget services.

Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, demonstrate some or all of the following skills/experience:

• Two (2) years of bookkeeping experience.

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Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.

DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email the request by the closing date of this announcement to: hr helpline.gov.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre‑employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records and criminal background checks.

DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.

As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process. Only applicants who are selected and interviewed will receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.