Accounting Technician I

Title: Accounting Technician I Organization: 340 Financial Services - Billing & Collections, Oklahoma State Department of Health, Central Office Location: 123 Robert S. Kerr Ave., Oklahoma City, OK 73102 Salary: Up to $45,000.00, based on education and experience Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, Primary Hours: 8am‑5pm, Full Time Position Description Revenue and Billing Accountant Tech I is an entry level position that will flex between the Revenue and Billing departments. This position will provide agency accounting/infrastructure support necessary to meet Federal and State financial reporting obligations. Employees are primarily responsible for performing routine entry level work in maintaining financial accounting data in the Accounts Receivable and Billing departments. This includes receiving payments from the mail or cash window in a timely manner, confirming and tracking receipt of said payments, balancing payments received, and lower‑level data entry for billing claims and invoices. Position Responsibilities / Essential Functions Picks up mail daily from the mail room Opens mail and receives, identifies, and records payments to the agency, applying these payments to the correct funding as identified per application. Follows proper handling of PII (Personally Identifiable Information) guidelines. Reconciles and balances all receipted check payments with reported totals on a daily basis. Shreds deposited checks Looks up records and receipts for program areas, as requested. Bundles receipts & applications for programs Data entry for Medicaid claims. Data entry and pulling reports for Revenue Generating Contracts. Ensures documents are named and filed correctly. Being present at the office is an essential function of the job. Other duties as assigned. Other Duties Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting peers. Education and Experience One year of clerical or bookkeeping experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting completion of six semester hours in accounting or bookkeeping at an accredited college or university for each six months of the required experience or the completion of a vocational training course in accounting for the one year of experience. Application Requirements If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of accounting procedures, of business arithmetic, and of modern office methods and procedures. Knowledge is required in the use of office equipment such as calculators, personal computers, and copiers. Plus demonstrated ability to work independently and perform a wide range of accounting functions. Microsoft Office Suite proficiency. Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate‑controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. While performing the duties of the job, employees are required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computers and phones. Employees must be willing to complete all job‑related travel associated with this position. Being present at the office is an essential function of the job. Benefits Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums. A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre‑existing condition exclusions or limitations. Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care. Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match. 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full‑time employees. 11 paid holidays a year. Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement. Employee discounts with a variety of companies and vendors. Longevity Bonus for years of service. Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr