Assistant Bookkeeper

Locally owned company is looking for a bookkeeper to assist in managing the day-to-day accounting and finance requirements. Confidentiality, excellent organizational skills, and accuracy are important qualifications for this position. The candidate should be a skilled multi-tasker with the ability to wear many hats in a fast-paced environment, have excellent customer relations, and have the ability to communicate clearly.

Assistant Bookkeeper Duties and Responsibilities

• Process invoices and daily transactions and expenses.
• Evaluate worklist
• Perform administrative support functions.
• Update and maintain accounting database with data entry and reports.
• Handle monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing, handle day-to-day accounting duties, including Accounts Receivables and Accounts Payable.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations.
• Review documentation and diagnostic results as appropriate to extract data and apply appropriate codes for billing, internal and external reporting, research, and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and submit billing data and medical claims to insurance companies.
• Ensure information is accurate and up to date.
• Prepare bills and invoices, and document amounts due to medical procedures and services.
• Collect, review and monitor and record late payments.
• Follow-up on missed payments and resolve financial discrepancies.
• Examine bills for accuracy and request any missing information.
• Investigate and appeal denied claims.
• Maintain billing software by updating rate change, cash spreadsheets, and current collection reports.

Assistant Bookkeeper Skills and Qualifications

• Friendly and outgoing personality
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Strong Analytical skills
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field of study is strongly preferred
• Experience with Quickbooks preferred
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Excel
• Understanding of basic accounting principles
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
  

Benefits

• Health Insurance (BCBS)
• Dental Insurance (BCBS)
• Vision Insurance (BCBS)
• Retirement 401k (4% match)
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long term disability
• Medical stipend at clinic (includes family after 90 days)
• Monthly bonus/commission incentives
• Holiday Pay

Job Types: Full-time