Accounting Specialist Client Benefits

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SUMMARY DESCRIPTION: Under general supervision, performs a variety of professional duties associated with client benefits.

DUTIES:

• Processing payments for individuals served for expenses related to their rent, utilities and other spending.
• Responsible for applying for the Orange Grove Center to become representative payee and applies for SSA or SSI benefits for clients.
• Responsible for investigating SSA and SSI receipt discrepancies as well as communicating with the Social Security Administration with regard to any issues they may arise regarding client benefits.
• Responsible for applying for food stamps for clients who qualify and maintains card program.
• Responsible for filing Annual Reviews with the Department of Human Services.
• Responsible for issuing financial statements to clients' families and answering any inquiries with regard to client funds.
• Responsible for bank account reconciliations
• Assists Director of Finance during annual audit and periodic agency reviews.
• Prepares check requests from client accounts for various departments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Associates degree or Bachelor's degree preferred with at least five (5) years accounting experience.

Must be a self-starter who is able to multi-task effectively in a constantly changing work environment.

Must be very proficient in use of MS Excel, MS Office and Quickbooks.

Strong communication, organizational and customer service skills are required. Attention to detail is a must.