Accounts Receivable Representative

Hours:  Full-time, Monday-Friday

This position with an emphasis on billing and collection functions in support of the Finance Department.  Work is performed under the direction of an Accounts Receivable Manager, but is expected to be performed in a primarily independent manner.  

Responsibilities of Accounts Receivable Representative: 

• Completes electronic and/or manual/paper bill submission for programs as assigned on a daily, weekly, bi-weekly or monthly basis, to client families, third party payers and governmental agencies.
• Monitors claims that are not billable due to lack of complete or correct data.
• Contacts program staff, other providers, payers (including families), governmental offices, etc. as necessary to ensure accuracy of information and to facilitate payment.
• Assists as necessary in data entry of information to help facilitate billing.
• Monitors payment of claims for accuracy of reimbursement and allowances.
• Investigates and responds to claim denials.
• Identifies unpaid claims and analyzes reasons; takes necessary action to facilitate payment.
• Performs transactions against accounts in the system as directed, including but not limited to rebilling, revenue reversals, payment application, contractual allowances, and write offs.
• Documents all claim actions taken into the AR system.
• Analyzes information and reports results to management as required, timely and thoroughly.
• Prepares reports as directed and adheres to time frames for submission of the same.
• Keeps management informed of issues with system functionality that prevents timely claim submission and/or payment.
• Keeps abreast of industry changes that impact claim and payment compliance. 

Qualifications of Accounts Receivable Representative: 

• High school diploma and 2+ years of relevant experience in an Accounts Receivable capacity
• Associate or Bachelor degree in Accounting is desirable
• Knowledge of provider billing and follow-up processes and medical background is preferred
• Strengths should include extreme accuracy, organization skills, interpersonal skills, good oral and written communication. 
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record
• Eligibility for State Police Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse History Clearance
• FBI clearance required for individuals who do not meet PA residency requirements 

Perks with a Purpose 
Our benefits are created with YOU in mind. 

Healthcare 
• Highmark Medical and Mental Health 
• Free Delta Dental Coverage 
• Free Davis Vision Coverage 
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance 
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account 
Financial Well-being 
• 401K and 403B Retirement Savings options 
• On-Demand Pay 
• Employee Referral Bonus program 
• Student Loan Forgiveness 
• College Scholarship & Tuition Discounts 
• Employee Discounts 
Life & Family Support 
• Free Life Insurance 
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account 
• LifeSolutions Employee Assistance Program 
• Erie Campus*- discounted on-site weekday childcare 
• Employee discounts for select events and services 

Who is Barber National Institute? 

The Barber National Institute is a non-profit committed to its mission of providing the highest quality services for children and adults with autism, intellectual disabilities, or behavioral health challenges and their families. Since our founding in 1952, we have evolved into a multi-faceted organization serving more than 6,200 individuals annually with a wide range of educational, vocational, residential, and behavioral health programs.