Non Profit Organization seeks an Accounting Clerk
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and two years preferred relevant billing experience. Knowledge and ability to use an in-house PC-based accounting system in a network environment, including ability to create, run, and verify reports. Advanced expertise with Excel/Word is essential. This position requires the ability to successfully manage multiple projects under deadlines. Strong interpersonal, communication, analytical and conceptual skills required.
Duties
-Prepare and reconcile governmental (DHS, DOHMH, HRA, OMH, OASAS, SED, etc.) billing worksheets to corresponding cost centers.
-Timely and successfully submit billings and re-submissions through funder portals.
-Verify all billed expenses are within the correct accounting period.
-Utilizes government funder billing guidelines and cost manual to maximize reimbursement and minimize disallowances.
-Propose journal entries and allocation adjustments to ensure accurate reporting and balanced budgets.
-Track billing and payment information.
-Gather adequate backup documentation to fully support claims.
-Propose and assist in the preparation of budget modifications.
-Perform other related duties as required.
Expected Results of Principal Responsibilities:
-Billings are accurately prepared based upon the general ledger and funder budgets.
-Follow-up is done quickly and accurately to funder requests for changes billings.
-Expenses submitted are adequately supported by the general ledger.
-Billings submitted are reimbursed in full because guidelines were followed accurately.
-Uses accounting skills to correct errors on the general ledger.
-Support Supervisor and Director in tracking status of payment information and billings.
-Disallowed costs due to funder reviews and contract audits are minimized.
-Budgeted modifications are done timely and accurately to ensure maximum reimbursement and minimal delays in collecting funds.
-Related duties are performed completely, on time and accurately.