Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

At LIFE Pittsburgh, our goal is simple: help older adults stay where they feel safest and happiestat home.

Under the direction of the Manager of Accounting, will be responsible for Accounts Receivable functions to include capitation payment posting and reconciliation, nursing home patient pay process which includes working with County Assistance Office (CAO) and Participants/Families/Social Workers. Will be responsible for various month-end financial close processes including journal entries and account reconciliations. Will support the Finance department with audits and other general finance related tasks.

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates and reflects a commitment to the mission and core values of LIFE Pittsburgh to support the elderly in maintaining their dignity and independence in the community.
• Accounts Receivable
• Monitors nursing home placement activity for new Patient Pay obligations. Acts as the liaison with the Participant Families, County Assistance Office, and Department of Human Services (DHS), and Social Security Administration, as well as LIFE Pittsburgh staff in regard to all nursing home placements with cost of care requirements.
• Collects and submits required paperwork to the CAO for nursing home admission within established timeframes.
• Monitors incoming PA162's and updates various databases and files needed for invoicing. Produces and distributes monthly invoicing for nursing home patient pay and private pay participants.
• Continually work with CAO to obtain outstanding PA162 outstanding which allows invoicing to commence. Initiates and remains in contact with participants/family members reminding them of financial obligations pending receipt of PA162.
• Monitors Accounts Receivable Aging reports for delinquent accounts. Perform collection activities such as notices, calls and payment plans to minimize bad debt. Keeps supervisor and IDT/ Social Worker informed of any accounts with collection issues.
• Manages SSA Rep Payee Application process to include obtaining required paperwork and frequent follow-up on pending and denied applications and completes incoming SSA Spend requests. Reconciles Rep Payee payments received and processes requests Personal Care Allowances.
• On a monthly basis, post capitation payments received from Medicaid. Perform three-way reconciliation of Medicaid Payments to invoices toPA162's and produce the Payment Adjustment Report. Follow-up with CAO on outstanding PA162 and PAR adjustments from DHS.
• On a monthly basis, posts and reconciles the Medicare Remittances. Reconcile and review reports for variances to be reported to Medicare.
• General Accounting
• Responsible for preparation and posting of assigned journal entries to include supporting documentation for month end close and other Financial Reporting.
• Responsible for assigned Balance Sheet Account reconciliation including researching account variances and discrepancies.
• Provides support to the finance department with other general finance related tasks as needed.

Requirements:

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Experience working within accounts receivable functions and processes.
• Must have good communication skills with all levels of staff and the ability to work with external contacts.
• Must have excellent skills with worksheet applications and accounting software.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to identify issues, research and resolve discrepancies, and implement solutions
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Professional judgment and accountability in handling financial information
• Analyze and interpret financial data

Education/Experience:

• Minimum of 1-3 years relevant experience in general accounting or accounts receivable.
• Bachelor's Degree in accounting or related business degree preferred.

LIFE Pittsburgh also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.