Acumen A/R Specialist - AZ

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Acumen is one of the nation's leading fiscal agents offering a portfolio of innovative financial management services backed by superior customer service. Our passion is to help people lead independent lives through exceptional participant-directed programs. Acumen is a great place to work. Our employees make a positive difference in our client's lives by what they do. Among many benefits to working here, we offer medical, dental, and vision coverage, generous paid time off, and incentive bonuses to those who qualify.

OVERVIEW AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The AR Specialist is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely full cycle accounts receivable billing, payments, and collections within Acumen
for reimbursement. This individual will provide these services to a variety of funding sources as determined and directed by the various program contracts

• Accurate and timely preparation of electronic and/or hardcopy medical claims for a variety of funding sources
• Maintain, create, and update Excel spreadsheets for funding sources
• Import billings and post payments into accounting software within rigid timelines
• Determine and initiate action to resolve denied invoices and all ancillary collection processes
• Stay up to date and implement all contract changes and updates
• Develop and maintain good relationships with internal and external customers
• Provide feedback and suggestions for improved systems and efficiencies
• Maintain customer confidentiality
• Adhere to all accounting policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Perform other job-related duties as directed by the supervisor
• Research and problem solve independently on a case by case basis
• ALL Acumen employees will be vigilant to support the positive compliant cybersecurity company posture by familiarizing themselves with all policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines and act accordingly

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSIntermediate level of Excel (VLook ups, Pivot Tables, Basic Formulas)Demonstrates excellent organizational skills, time management, and task orientationKnowledge of basic computer skills (Gmail, Microsoft Suite)Work well independently with limited supervisionWork as a self starter with effective communication skillsAbility to prioritize and handle multiple deadlines successfullyAbility to work in a fast paced environment Experience working with multiple applications simultaneouslyAbility to logically and efficiently analyze issues Ability to communicate both orally and in writing in a professional mannerAttention to detail and critical thinking skillsHigh standard of integrityAbility to work independently and as a team playerHigh school diploma or equivalentBasic math skills PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSBilling and collections experience preferred10 key by touchMicrosoft DynamicsKnowledge of HIPAA and Medicaid experience is a plusAcumen, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We embrace diversity in all its form. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.