Accounting Support Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

General Summary :

The Accounting Support Specialist reports to the Asst. Controller and CFO. This position works with our internal staff and clients to fund and release the payments for their self-funded benefit plans. This includes updating spreadsheets and providing reports to internal departments along with creation and audit of check registers. This position will also assist with general accounting duties, such as billing and bank reconciliations.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities :

• Billing
• Vendor payment auditing
• Create Monthly Reconciliation Reports.
• Coordinate and / or assist with special projects.
• Working in Microsoft Excel & Word to create files for clients.
• Working in GBAS / Claims System, merging registers and creating files for clients.
• Update spreadsheets for internal departments.
• Gathering and verifying files prior to sending to the client for approval.
• Release registers once approved by clients.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

General Expectations :

Present a positive image of Consociate Health at all times.

Provide and promote the delivery of services with a prevailing attitude of respect and recognition of the personal worth and dignity of every individual whether they are a customer, co worker, or supervisor.

Communicate in a clear and concise manner, while also demonstrating receptivity through active listening.

Identify and perform work that has not been specifically assigned, as needed.

Adheres to established safety standards and utilizes proper techniques to avoid work-related injuries.

Continuously seek opportunities for improvement and suggest ways in which procedures / systems may be modified to accomplish tasks / goal efficiently and effectively.

Demonstrate a teamwork philosophy by working cooperatively with others inside and outside the Finance Division.

Attend required in-service and staff meetings.

Preserve the confidentiality of all business-sensitive information, including but not limited to that of insured groups, individuals and employees.

Service Expectations :

Greet all people in a prompt and courteous manner. Communicate in a warm and courteous manner, making eye contact and speaking in a tone of voice that matches words.

Offer and provide assistance whether the request falls within your specific job duties.

Maintain positive internal and interpersonal communications at all times,

Remain aware of products and services provided by Consociate.

Project a positive, professional image when working.

Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements :

High School education required.

Associates Degree preferred or a minimum of 3 years of bookkeeping experience

Proficient in word and excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Oral and written communication skills

Physical and Mental Abilities :

Ability to perform sedentary work for extended periods of time.

The environment in which the incumbent will work requires the ability to concentrate, meet deadlines, work on several projects during the same period, and adapt to interruptions.

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Vision insurance