Contract Billing Accountant

$43,805 - $55,515/Yr

Wasatch Behavioral Health - Provo, UT

Full-time - Mid Level

Provo, UT

About the position

The Contract Billing Accountant at Wasatch Behavioral Health is responsible for managing accounts receivable, ensuring accurate billing and reconciliation of patient accounts, and maintaining financial records. This role supports the financial operations of a local government agency dedicated to providing mental health services, requiring attention to detail and strong accounting skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual adjustments of receivable accounts and reconcile all patient and third-party receivable accounts monthly.
• Audit patient accounts for accuracy of charges, payments, and adjustments.
• Prepare trial balance support documentation for contract revenue accounts and contract AR accounts.
• Input all contract payments and EFT payments in the client billing system.
• Monitor contract billings and prepare billings and reports.
• Maintain current copies of all contracts, billings, and schedules for auditors.
• Record receipt payments in billing files and code payments appropriately.
• Research missing or outstanding payments on billings.
• Prepare reports for management regarding billing issues and contract balances.
• Validate data from the billing system for accuracy prior to billing contracts.
• Prepare revenue confirmation letters for financial auditors.
• Reconcile all payments in the billing system with bank deposits and cash reconciliation spreadsheet monthly.
• Review daily bank deposits for appropriate sorting and write receipts for EFT payments.
• Prepare and maintain spreadsheets, files, and trial balance for Housing Contingency Fund loans.
• Prepare and send statements for HCF loans to clients each month and work with clients on payment schedules.
• Maintain capital asset records and assist in performing annual fixed asset inventory.
• Prepare monthly depreciation reports and maintain electronic records.
• Assist in answering Billing Department questions from staff and clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Two years of responsible work experience in practical bookkeeping or accounting.
• Experience with general ledger reconciliation and accounts receivable.
• Proficiency in accounting software.

Benefits

• Health savings account
• Paid holidays
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off