Accounting Manager

Pay Range Pay or shift range: $80,000 USD to $90,000 USD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons. Make a Meaningful Impact Every Day At GT Independence, people are at the heart of everything we do. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, love what you do, and are eager to grow, you’re in the right place. Discover a career where your work genuinely improves lives and supports a mission that matters. Our Mission To help people live a life of their choosing, regardless of age or ability. Position Summary The Accounting Manager – Collections Oversees all operational, compliance, and communication activities related to OPR (Overpayment Receivables) and Cost Share collections. This role ensures that balances owed are accurate, defensible, well‑documented, and collected in a timely and compliant manner. The Manager leads a team focused on communication accuracy, payment tracking, reconciliation, and continuous process improvement, while ensuring clear boundaries from claims billing or authorization decisions. This position plays a critical role in financial accuracy, program integrity, and the reduction of outstanding balances through disciplined, transparent practices. Responsibilities Manage and develop the Program Collections team supporting OPR and Cost Share activities. Ensure OPRs and cost share invoices are accurate, supportable, validated, and compliant before initiating any collection efforts. Oversee participant, employee, and employer communications related to amounts owed, ensuring clarity, professionalism, and consistency. Ensure timely collection, application, tracking, and reconciliation of payments received. Coordinate the accurate pass‑through of cost share payments to the state and ensure reliable tracking and reporting. Drive collection performance by analyzing trends, monitoring results, and implementing corrective actions. Ensure garnishments and child support withholdings are entered timely and accurately. Lead process improvements to reduce repeat errors, minimize disputes, and move away from reliance on individual knowledge. Education Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered in place of formal education. Experience & Qualifications Experience managing or supervising a collections, billing, or financial operations team. Strong understanding of financial controls, documentation requirements, and reconciliation processes. Proven ability to identify process gaps and implement improvements. Exceptional communication skills—able to deliver clear, professional, and empathetic messages. Demonstrated ability to work with cross‑functional partners and navigate complex program rules. Work Environment Fast‑paced operational environment requiring strong attention to detail and accuracy. Frequent coordination with finance, program operations, HR, and external stakeholders. Role may involve sensitive financial discussions requiring discretion and professionalism. Benefits Team members enjoy flexible paid time off, competitive wages, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth. Equal Opportunity Employment This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr GT Independence