Finance Generalist Position Available In Bennington, Vermont

This job was posted by https://www.vermontjoblink.com : For moreinformation, please see: https://www.vermontjoblink.com/jobs/1273248Since 1958, United Counseling Service (UCS) has been dedicated toproviding exceptional care and support to individuals and families inour community. Through a wide range of programs, services, andeducational opportunities, we strive to meet the diverse needs of thosewe serve. Our team includes professionals from various fields, includingadministration, clinical services, nursing, education, case management,psychiatry, and direct support, working across 17 facilities throughoutBennington County.

As a proud affiliate of[Vermont CarePartners](https://vermontcarepartners.org/)a statewide network of 16non-profit community-based agencieswe deliver comprehensive mentalhealth, substance use, and intellectual and developmental servicesacross Vermont. We are currently seeking compassionate, motivated teamplayers to join us in making a positive impact and building a strongercommunity.

• UCS Offers Generous Benefits
• Competitive pay
• Generous paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career development opportunities
• Free clinical supervision towards licensure
• Loan repayment and tuition assistance program
• Award winning worksite wellness program
• An inclusive workplace supported by an active Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging committee
• Rewarding experience making a difference in the community.
• We believe a dynamic and inclusive workforce will strengthen ourorganization and enhance the services we provide.

Therefore, it is ourgoal to hire a diverse workforce and cultivate a culture where ouremployees feel accepted and included, hold a valued place within ourorganization and are equally able to contribute to their fullest extent,assisting in fulfilling our mission of building a stronger community.

• QualificationsUnder the supervision of the Controller and the support of the SeniorA/R Coordinator, the Finance Generalist maintains current payerinformation on all applicable clients, demonstrates up-to-date knowledgeof UCS fee policy, and processes accurate bills to ensure that paymentsto the Agency are received in a timely manner.

Other duties in AccountsReceivable will include, but are not limited to, 1stParty backup,Medicaid Biller backup, and Credentialing/Managed Care backup. Inaddition, other duties in Finance will include, but are not limited to,Quarterly audits of CRT and DS client rep payee accounts, managing3rdparty insurance contracts, and auditing billing quarterly.

• MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• 1.

• BILLING AND COLLECTION

• As a member of the A/R team, facilitates the processing of third partyand Medicare statements via the creation of HIPAA compliant electronicfiles, direct online claims submission, and the mailing of paper claims.

Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the UCS computer billing system.

Investigates and updates third party and Medicare payer information asnecessary; processes third party and Medicare payments, all relatedadjustments and reconciles the payment report to the Cash ReceiptsJournal. Monitors the timely receipt of payments from third party andMedicare and investigates denials in a timely manner. Reviews thirdparty and Medicare delinquent balances and resolves with appropriateaction. Investigates and processes third party and Medicare paybacks.

Provides the detail for the payback reconciliation to General Ledger andcompletes documentation (audit trail) for all billing adjustmentsprocessed including authorizations. Demonstrates knowledge of therelationship between first-party, Medicaid, and third-partyreimbursements to maximize and expedite collected funds for any givenservice. Monthly; create Special Billing for programs and roll-upservices separately. Track KPIs as assigned.

Plays an active role in interfacing with IT and Electronic HealthRecords staff to resolve A/R and billing problems as they arise toassure all Agency regulations are met and adhered to. Acts as backup forthe Senior A/R Coordinator Medicaid Biller, First Party and theCredentialing/Managed Care positions. Actively participates in Basecamp,weekly, and other meetings. Month end reconciliations including timelyclosing of the month.1.

• CLERICAL

• Keypunches all above-related data, demonstrating a clear understandingof codes before inputting to the computer. Organizes and maintains allthird party and Medicare files. Corrects data errors as needed.1.

• OTHER:

• Reports on third party and Medicare accounts receivable in monthly A/Rmeeting.

Completes quarterly audits of CRT and DS rep payee accounts,manages 3rdparty contracts, audits billing quarterly, and specialprojects or other duties as assigned when Agency need requires.