Accounts Associate - Physician Payables

Accounts Associate-Physician Payables would be responsible for:

• Processing payments to physicians twice per month—for the period from the 1st to the 15th and from the 16th to the end of the month. Payments must be made within 7 days of the period end.
• Provide clear, concise remittances to physicians for each payment made.
• Collaborate with Physician Billing and Physician Relations associates to clarify and confirm professional fees due to physicians and any/all outstanding balances due to physicians.
• Perform reconciliations for physician payables balances on at least a quarterly basis.
• Respond to all physician queries within 24 hours.
• Produces additional reports as required.
• Assist the Accounts Payable Manager with ad hoc reports as requested by the CFO, SVP of Corporate Finance, and/or VP of Corporate Finance.

Professional Requirements:

• Completes all assigned tasks in a timely manner
• Communicates in a professional, empathetic manner
• Reports to work on time and as scheduled
• Wears identification badge while on duty
• Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times
• Complies with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices
• Participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities
• Maintains professional attire

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related area

Experience:

• Minimum of three years’ experience in a similar position
• Exposure to other accounting functions
• Intermediate to advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft Office software suite (Excel, Word)

Skills:

• Excellent computer skills, including the ability to use the Microsoft Office Suite and internet programs.  
• Excellent written and oral communication skills as well as good telephone skills.
• Ability to multi-task; analytical skills a must.
• Detail-oriented and well organized.
• Ability to meet deadlines.