Accounts Receivable Specialist

Overview:

WJCS is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team at our headquarters in White Plains, NY.  This full-time (35 hours/week) plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficiency and accuracy of our billing and collections processes.  The compensation range is $42,000-$45,000.

Responsibilities:

As a valued member of our team, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Insurance carrier payment posting: electronic and manual.
• Reviewing and applying actions related to insurance carrier eobs.
• Preparing, processing, and completing monthly reconciliation of accounts.
• Assisting with daily and weekly accounts receivable coding.
• Reviewing and tracking open balances related to aged accounts.
• Collaborating with Accounting & Finance team members to ensure timely and accurate billing.
• Maintaining records and files to support the billing and collection process.
• Performing support functions to meet departmental delinquency and past due collection goals, including analyzing, researching and following up on accounts.
• Alerting supervisor to problem accounts to prevent loss of revenue and any major issues.

Requirements:

We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications:

• Experience in billing and collections related to private, government, 3rd Party, and self-pay accounts.
• Strong computer skills, especially with automated billing systems, spreadsheets, and word processing software.
• Solid understanding of Accounts Receivable systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• An Associates Degree or a High School Diploma with a minimum of three years of experience in medical billing, bookkeeping, or accounting.

Why join Westchester Jewish Community Services:

Founded in 1943, WJCS provides a vast range of supportive community services each year to 20,000 people of all ages and backgrounds. Across every division, WJCS employees are connected by their shared values and commitment to helping those in need.

We are dedicated to ensuring dignity and respect for all employees in an inclusive and safe environment that values diversity, experience, and merit. We are committed to racial justice and equal opportunity, regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, class, ability, sexual orientation, and gender identity differences—for employment, professional development, and advancement for qualified individuals. 

What WJCS has to offer you:

In addition to meaningful work and a supportive team environment, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Generous paid time off
• Comprehensive Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a generous Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Disability and life insurance
• 403(b) Plan and Agency-Paid Pension Plan
• On-Going Professional Training and Development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Staff appreciation events and employee mental health & wellness initiatives
• Tuition, day-care, and personal emergency reimbursements

WJCS INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER