Accounting Associate, Brookside Care Center
Accounting Associate, Brookside Care Center
At Brookside Care Center, employees are 100% responsible for our first-class reputation within the community. We strive for excellence in providing outstanding care and services. Our mission is to cultivate an environment that promotes life fulfillment and dignity for residents to celebrate their potential as individuals and as a community. We employ compassionate people who believe working with seniors is an honor and a privilege.
The Accounting Associate for Brookside Care Center performs a variety of accounting and clerical duties. The position is responsible for private pay collections and will need to exhibit strong communication skills with residents and their families. Professionalism, good judgment, and accuracy are essential skills needed to excel in this position.
Kenosha County is committed to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
2024 Hiring Range: $21.82 – $24.79 per hour
Work Schedule
• This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, generally from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Position Summary and Job Duties
• Reports to and performs work as directed by the Fiscal Services Manager
• Performs the collections process, including sending out collection letters and collection calls for all private pay accounts, with detailed documentation of all collections efforts
• Enters and processes accounts payable invoices
• Files correspondence, forms, reports, accounts payable invoices, and other materials
• Files estate claims with the court
• Develops and maintains various computer applications using Microsoft Word and Excel
• Calculates and reconciles resident balances with reports such as the trust account balances and transactions analysis
• Performs banking functions that include writing checks, balancing bank register to resident computer system, and reconciling bank book
• Sends out monthly and ad hoc resident invoices
• Observes rules of confidentiality
• Performs other work as required or assigned
Success Factors
• Knowledge of general accounting principles
• Knowledge of Matrix Business Software
• Skill in use of the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and OneNote
• Skill in typing, writing, organization, and analysis
• Skill in critical thinking and problem solving
• Skill in time management and prioritization
• Ability to analyze and explain various financial details
• Ability to maintain accurate up-to-date resident account records
• Ability to balance payment plans to ensure proper cash posting and ensure payment plans are up to date
• Ability to problem-solve
• Ability to work well with others as well as independently
• Ability to listen, communicate effectively, and display professional behavior
• Ability to work with people of various backgrounds and remain professional and courteous at all times
• Ability to adhere to strict confidential guidelines as well as computer security guidelines
• Ability to work respectfully in a diverse and inclusive environment
Job Requirements, Education, Training and Experience
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Two years of experience working with accounting in an office setting; five years of experience preferred
• Collections experience in a healthcare environment preferred
• College-level coursework or certifications in Accounting, Business, or Human Services; Associate Degree preferred
• Or any combination of education, training, and experience which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the job
Benefits
• Health, dental and vision insurance effective first of month following 30 days of employment, with the ability to reduce premium contribution through participation in a wellness program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Twelve Paid Holidays
• Retirement Plan: Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System which includes county-paid life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• This position involves light physical demands, such as exerting no more than 20 pounds of force
• This position may require sitting for long periods of time
The successful candidate for this position will be required to comply with the Center for Medicare & Medicaid regulations and Brookside Care Center’s mandatory vaccination policy requiring vaccinations in healthcare facilities. Proof of vaccination will be required as a condition of employment unless an individual obtains an approved medical or religious exemption.
Selection Process
• Application Review – Qualifying
• Oral Interview – Qualifying
• Background Check – Qualifying
• Drug Screen – Qualifying
If you require accommodations at any point in the selection process because of a disability, please notify Human Resources in advance for arrangements.
Applications must be submitted no later than Thursday, September 12, 2024.
To learn more about Brookside Care Center, please visit: https://www.kenoshacounty.org/224/Brookside-Care-Center
Kenosha County is a Wisconsin Retirement System participating employer. Your participation is required, which includes an employee contribution.
The pay grade for this position is NE7 (Min. $21.82 – Max. $27.76 per hour).
Thank you for your interest in employment with Kenosha County!
Kenosha County is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.
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