accounting technician

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented team member to support the finance function through accurate recordkeeping and operational accounting. Responsibilities include maintaining financial ledgers and reconciliations, processing miscellaneous billings and payments, and assisting with accounts payable and receivable.

Remote/work from home with strong preference for candidates residing within the UPH geographies of Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile patient account postings and bank deposits; research and resolve discrepancies.
• Allocate lockbox and electronic deposits and monitor returned payments.
• Communicate with billing teams and affiliates to address reconciliation issues.
• Prepare monthly journal entries and maintain accurate general ledger balances.
• Review capital requisitions and track Continuing Medical Education (CME) expenses.
• Assist with internal and external audits and provide supporting documentation.
• Support preparation of financial statements, budgets, and management reports.
• Perform financial data analysis and submit required regulatory reports.
• Reconcile payor accounts, track accounts receivable, and monitor invoices.

Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; an Associate’s Degree may be considered with extensive industry experience.

Experience:

• Experience in an Accounting/Finance office setting, including general bookkeeping, cash posting to a customer database, and reconciling detail records to batch deposit required.
• Preferred: Healthcare experience, including work in a Central Billing Office in a healthcare related field.