What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parent Billing and Fee Specialist position at Options For Learning?
Description
About our organization
Since 1981, Options for Learning has been at the forefront of helping families break the cycle of poverty and improve their lives by providing tools to create a positive foundation for school, social, and life success. Our dedicated and passionate employees have helped our organization become one of Southern California's most innovative and progressive child development organizations, serving nearly 9,000 children throughout the San Gabriel Valley.
About this position
This position works within the organization’s cross-functional Finance Department that oversees the accounting responsibilities for multiple state- and federally funded programs across the San Gabriel Valley. The parent billing and fee specialist is responsible for the administration of fees for parents of children enrolled in the organization’s Child Care Services, Early Learning Programs, and School-age Programs.
The successful candidate must be able to communicate effectively, work both independently and collaboratively within a small, close-knit team, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. We are looking for someone with an upbeat, positive attitude who is eager to support the organization’s mission and achieve its strategic goals.
What you’ll be doing
- Calculating parent fee amounts;
- Preparing and sending invoices, bills, and bank deposits;
- Processing and tracking incoming payments and accounts in compliance with financial procedures and policies;
- Monitoring and reconciling parent fee receivables for the Child Care Services, Early Learning Programs, and School-age Programs;
- Communicating with parents regarding billing questions;
- Processing attendance reports;
- Uploading data into ACH and Positive Pay systems;
- Processing daily deposits;
- Assisting with Finance Department audits;
- Performing other duties as assigned.
What you bring to the table
- High school diploma or equivalent; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred;
- Three years of experience in an accounting setting;
- Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications;
- Intermediate skills in Excel;
- Ability to function well in a team environment;
- Command of Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, or Vietnamese;
- Ability to communicate in written and oral English correctly and effectively.
What we can offer you
- Medical/dental/vision for part- and full-time employees (organization pays up to 90% of employee's premiums; prorated for part-time);
- Organization-paid and matching retirement plan;
- Professional growth opportunities, including free child development courses and college reimbursement;
- Generous and flexible PTO;
- Dedicated, mission-driven colleagues, and much more!
Job specifications
- Reports to the senior accountant and controller;
- Full-time, 12-month work year;
- Eight-hour workday;
- Opportunity for hybrid-work schedule may be available and to be determined by management;
- Employment, responsibilities, compensation, and other factors may be affected by changes in governmental regulations, the organization’s contracts, or at the organization’s discretion.
Salary
- $24.48 - $31.14 per hour
Salary : $24 - $31
