Accounts Receivable Staff Accountant

Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Staff Accountant to join our non-profit team in Somerset County, New Jersey. In this role, you will be responsible for managing accounts receivable processes, preparing accurate financial reports, journal entries, bank reconciliations and ensuring compliance with audit requirements. This position requires strong analytical skills and a commitment to providing excellent support to both the finance department and agency staff.

Responsibilities:

- Process and record cash and check transactions for deposit into various bank accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

- Generate and review consumer invoices for rent, cost of care, and daycare services, ensuring proper reconciliation with accounting systems.

- Prepare and submit weekly Fee-for-Service billing and general ledger entries, maintaining organized supporting documentation.

- Coordinate invoicing for specialized programs, such as college courses, and oversee collection efforts to ensure timely payments.

- Provide assistance with accounts receivable journal entries, reconciling cash applications to invoices, and resolving discrepancies.

- Collaborate with auditors during fieldwork by supplying necessary documentation, account analysis reports, and addressing inquiries.

- Monitor monthly utilization rates for services and deliver comprehensive reports to management for service adjustments.

- Act as a resource for staff inquiries related to financial information, ensuring prompt responses and resolution of pending items.

- Support team members by sharing knowledge and assisting in workload completion, while providing leadership and training to new employees.

Requirements - Proficiency in processing journal entries and maintaining accurate accounting records.

- Experience with general ledger management and reconciliation processes.

- Strong background in billing, including Medicaid billing, and the ability to handle complex invoicing tasks.

- Demonstrated ability to perform bank reconciliations with attention to detail and accuracy.

- Familiarity with accounts receivable functions, including cash application and invoice reconciliation.

- Knowledge of audit preparation and compliance, including providing documentation and resolving discrepancies.

- Ability to analyze financial data and prepare detailed reports for management.

- Excellent communication and organizational skills to effectively support team members and agency staff.

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