Louisiana Blue
Lead Accounts Receivable Specialist (Onsite - Baton Rouge, LA)
Louisiana Blue, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, us, 70873
Overview
Lead Accounts Receivable Specialist (Onsite - Baton Rouge, LA) – Louisiana Blue Join to apply for the Lead Accounts Receivable Specialist (Onsite - Baton Rouge, LA) role at Louisiana Blue. This lead position provides assistance and guidance to staff in the review and reconciliation of all cash applications of premium payments and serves in the absence of the manager and/or supervisor. Nature and Scope
This role does not manage people This role reports to the Manager, Accounts Receivable Necessary Contacts: Information Technology staff, Healthcare System Quality staff, BCBSLA Management including the Senior Management Team, Compliance Office, Internal Audit, Project Management Office, Legal Division, and all areas of BCBSLA as part of company-wide teams, Agents, District Offices, Financial Institutions, healthcare facilities, external vendors and customers as needed. Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma required Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or business-related field preferred Four years of related experience can be used in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree Work Experience
7 years of experience in accounts receivable or accounting operational functions required Skills and Abilities
Strong analytical and organizational skills Demonstrated leadership qualities with strong collaboration and networking skills Ability to analyze and reconcile financial and operational information Attention to detail with ability to assess processes for efficiency and effectiveness; identify inconsistencies and gaps and take corrective actions Ability to make decisions, prioritize, solve problems, and work independently as well as in a team Ability to work with Information Technology and processes to identify alternative solutions Strong knowledge of database, word-processing, and Excel Knowledge of Facets preferred Licenses and Certifications
None required Accountabilities And Essential Functions
Monitor and delegate accounts receivable (AR) functions with daily reconciliation to identify and resolve reconciling items Provide assistance and guidance to team members; mentor and train staff to ensure compliance with processes, guidelines, and company policies; assign identified errors for timely corrections Identify, diagnose, and initiate research to resolve customer issues; communicate with Management, Vendors and needed personnel Review and respond to internal and external questions to ensure service levels and quality assurance are met; improve AR systems, functionalities and processes Work with IT and other departments on AR system changes and enhancements Lead analysis and strategic initiatives for operational and financial improvement Research current or prior payment history of premium receipts for accurate reconciliation Assist with credit card reconciliation and related processing Analyze and audit daily cash report balancing sheets; assist staff with reconciliation issues Assist Accountants with monthly cash reconciliation Serve as lead contact for internal and external auditors ensuring timely and accurate audit samples Additional Information
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All BCBSLA employees please apply through Workday Careers. Please monitor your email frequently for communications during the recruiting process. For accommodations, contact recruiting@bcbsla.com. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana is a Drug Free Workplace. A pre-employment drug screen will be required and any offer is contingent upon satisfactory results. Job category: Finance
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Lead Accounts Receivable Specialist (Onsite - Baton Rouge, LA) – Louisiana Blue Join to apply for the Lead Accounts Receivable Specialist (Onsite - Baton Rouge, LA) role at Louisiana Blue. This lead position provides assistance and guidance to staff in the review and reconciliation of all cash applications of premium payments and serves in the absence of the manager and/or supervisor. Nature and Scope
This role does not manage people This role reports to the Manager, Accounts Receivable Necessary Contacts: Information Technology staff, Healthcare System Quality staff, BCBSLA Management including the Senior Management Team, Compliance Office, Internal Audit, Project Management Office, Legal Division, and all areas of BCBSLA as part of company-wide teams, Agents, District Offices, Financial Institutions, healthcare facilities, external vendors and customers as needed. Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma required Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or business-related field preferred Four years of related experience can be used in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree Work Experience
7 years of experience in accounts receivable or accounting operational functions required Skills and Abilities
Strong analytical and organizational skills Demonstrated leadership qualities with strong collaboration and networking skills Ability to analyze and reconcile financial and operational information Attention to detail with ability to assess processes for efficiency and effectiveness; identify inconsistencies and gaps and take corrective actions Ability to make decisions, prioritize, solve problems, and work independently as well as in a team Ability to work with Information Technology and processes to identify alternative solutions Strong knowledge of database, word-processing, and Excel Knowledge of Facets preferred Licenses and Certifications
None required Accountabilities And Essential Functions
Monitor and delegate accounts receivable (AR) functions with daily reconciliation to identify and resolve reconciling items Provide assistance and guidance to team members; mentor and train staff to ensure compliance with processes, guidelines, and company policies; assign identified errors for timely corrections Identify, diagnose, and initiate research to resolve customer issues; communicate with Management, Vendors and needed personnel Review and respond to internal and external questions to ensure service levels and quality assurance are met; improve AR systems, functionalities and processes Work with IT and other departments on AR system changes and enhancements Lead analysis and strategic initiatives for operational and financial improvement Research current or prior payment history of premium receipts for accurate reconciliation Assist with credit card reconciliation and related processing Analyze and audit daily cash report balancing sheets; assist staff with reconciliation issues Assist Accountants with monthly cash reconciliation Serve as lead contact for internal and external auditors ensuring timely and accurate audit samples Additional Information
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All BCBSLA employees please apply through Workday Careers. Please monitor your email frequently for communications during the recruiting process. For accommodations, contact recruiting@bcbsla.com. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana is a Drug Free Workplace. A pre-employment drug screen will be required and any offer is contingent upon satisfactory results. Job category: Finance
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