Sr. Accounting Specialist

Summary/Position Objectives:
Reporting to the Director of Finance, Managed Health Plans, this position will be responsible for performing non-routine, moderately complex accounting activities in support of the financial accounting, reporting and analysis of Schaller Anderson contracted employer groups, plans and third party administrator clients (collectively know as “Clients”). Incumbent will provide oversight for the weekly fee-for-service and capitation check runs. Incumbent will timely perform other accounting functions as needed, for the preparation and closing of the monthly financial statements of the Clients. Incumbent will maintain accurate and confidential financial data.

Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
Responsible for overseeing the preparation of Fee For Service and cap check runs and related reports
Responsible for testing system implementations/upgrades of plans related to the check run process
Responsible for application of provider advances and voiding of checks when necessary
Resolve complex claims payment system problems
Act as point for check run process, including guiding, training and instructing the Accounting Specialist
Reviews Accounting Specialist’s work and provides performance appraisal feedback on the Accounting Specialist
Reconcile and review monthly vendor payment processing invoices
Responsible for developing and maintaining desktops and manuals related to payment function
Provide other support as needed, in the monthly financial statement closing process
Special projects, as determined.

Schaller Anderson administers Medicaid and employer self-funded health plans, and manages behavioral health plans. The company’s suite of services includes member services; provider services; claims processing; information services; financial reporting and analysis; medical management; and grievances and appeals services. Schaller Anderson has also been engaged in several consulting projects for states, health plans and providers. Schaller Anderson and its affiliates have 1,400+ employees nationwide and administer health plans with over 1.6 million members. Recently, the Initiative for a Competitive Inner City and Inc. magazine named Schaller Anderson to the Inner City 100, a list that recognizes the fastest-growing companies in America’s core urban areas. Schaller Anderson placed eighth among 5,000 entries in the Inner City 100 competition and was the only health care management company in the top 10.

The VISION of Schaller Anderson, Inc. is to be recognized as the nation’s foremost managed care resource by providing the highest value management and consulting services throughout the health care continuum.


BENEFITS:

Schaller Anderson team members are provided with countless opportunities to make a real difference and the following compensation/benefits:

* Competitive compensation DOE
* Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
* Employee Assistance Program
* Flexible spending accounts
* On-site fitness center (Phoenix headquarters only)
* Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
* Short-term and long-term disability
* Paid holidays, paid time off/paid time off reserve
* 401(k) and profit sharing
* Tuition reimbursement
REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge and Skills:
Incumbent needs the ability to perform detailed and disciplined work using standard methodologies of Accounting. Incumbent must have advanced and meticulous organizational & coordination abilities, strong problem solving skills, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks. Intermediate skills in mathematics applications are required. Incumbent must be able to successfully utilize Microsoft Office suite and common computer and office hardware functions. This position requires work experience in a complex, competitive environment with diverse racial and socio-economic factors. Advanced interpersonal skills, maturity, and good judgment are required.

Education and Work Experience:
Bachelor’s of Arts in Accounting/Finance or four (4) years directly related healthcare accounting experience required.