Accounting Clerk

Actors Fund Home, an assisted living, skilled nursing, accredited dementia care and sub-acute rehabilitation center located in Englewood, NJ, and a recipient of a CMS Five Star Rating seeks an Accounting Clerk to Assist in Accounts Receivable collection process and ensure Medicaid and Medicare compliance. Support Controller in financial reporting, budgeting and audit.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Accounting Clerk will oversee the Personal Needs Accounts to ensure accurate record keeping and be in compliance with government regulations. They will maintain the accuracy and data integrity of the RFMS system; daily update of cash withdrawals, beauty salon, Medigap and Med D premium, monthly allowance for Medicaid residents; deposit for social security and pensions; replenish petty cash accounts; banking hours; notify state of NJ on death of Medicaid recipients and resolve the disposition of the remaining PNA balance in a timely fashion. They will monitor balances to ensure Medicaid residents do not exceed asset limit set forth by Medicaid. The staff accountant will interact with residents and address their financial concerns.

Some additional responsibilities will be:

• Review financial documents on prospective residents
• Perform monthly billing and follow up collection of Accounts Receivable including but not limited to co-insurance claims, long term care policy, & hospice
• Bill Medicaid for Med A co-insurance
• Complete annual Medicaid Redetermination requests for Medicaid residents
• Review Statement of Available Income for Medicaid Payments for accuracy and request corrections from BCBSS
• Gather financial data and complete annual or semiannual renewal of Medicaid Redetermination
• Submit annual renewal of Social Security Rep Payee applications
• Work with Medicare Account Specialist to coordinate insurance eligibility check before admission
• Prepare deposits and post cash receipts to AR system
• Preparation of government compliance report such as Medicare Part A bad debt reimbursement listing
• Assist in special accounting projects and analysis. Provide other duties as assigned by Controller

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA/BS degree required; healthcare experience preferred
• Knowledge of Medicaid and Medicare regulations, policies and procedures preferred
• Ability to set priorities and to meet deadlines
• Self-starter, good communication and interpersonal skills
• Good computer skills and knowledge is required

ABOUT THIS POSITION:

This is a full-time salaried position based in the Actors Fund Home, Englewood, NJ. The Actors Fund Home offers a competitive salary, as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including: choice of multiple health and dental plans, voluntary vision, flex and dependent care plans, employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance, supplemental life and disability, 401(k) plan with generous employer match, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.

VACCINATION POLICY:
In an effort to protect our fellow employees, their families and our residents, The Actors Fund Home requires ALL applicants and employees to be up to date with their COVID-19 Vaccination subject to accommodations required by law.

TO APPLY:

Apply online at www.entertainmentcommunity.org/careers. A complete application will include a resume, cover letter and salary expectations.

ABOUT THE ACTORS FUND:

The Actors Fund is a national human services organization that fosters stability and resiliency, and provides a safety net for performing arts and entertainment professionals over their lifespan. Through offices in New York, Los Angeles and Chicago, The Fund serves everyone in film, theater, television, music, opera, radio and dance with programs including social services and emergency financial assistance, health care and insurance counseling, housing, and secondary employment and training services.

For more about Actors Fund Home, please visit: actorsfundhome.org.

For more about Actors Fund, please visit: actorsfund.org.

Actors Fund is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Built into the value statement of Actors Fund is a commitment to embrace diversity and seek equity, inclusion and dignity for all.

We celebrate our differences and strive to cultivate an environment of mutual respect.