Staff Accountant- Billing & Accounts Receivable Specialist na Children's Home Society of South Dakota

Description

Salary : $55,369.60-$69,222.40 (Depending on experience & education)

Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

Position Overview:
Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Staff Accountant- Billing & Accounts Receivable Specialist to provide support for all Children’s Home Society (CHS) and Children’s Home Foundation (CHF) Accounts Receivable accounting functions including working with payors, external auditors, federal and state agencies and general ledger journal entries for month-end closings. As a leader in compassionate, trauma-informed care, Children’s Home Society is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work. 

By joining our team, you will make a difference every day—creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.

Benefits of Employment at CHS:

• Work-Life Balance: No nights or weekends
• Comprehensive Benefits: Equal up to 30% of your salary. Two health insurance options (Traditional Plan & High Deductible Health Plan with HSA), vision, dental, employer-paid Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Short Term & Long-Term Disability, and additional voluntary life and critical illness plans.
• Financial/Education Assistance: Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Includes a generous PTO package, 10 paid holidays, and 8 hours "Day of Service" for volunteering in the community.
• Retirement Plans: Once entry into the plan, employees receive a 3% employer contribution each pay period and up to an additional 5% annual contribution. Employees are 100% vested after 4 years of credited service.
• Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees.

What You Will Do:

Your responsibilities as a Staff Accountant- Billing & Accounts Receivable Specialist:

 Billing & Accounts Receivable Management:

• Perform all assigned Billing and Accounts Receivable functions in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Manage the accounts receivable process, including billing, invoicing, and collections, to ensure accurate and timely revenue recording.
• Maintain billing databases and spreadsheets, updating information as needed.

  Financial Recordkeeping & Reconciliation:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for all accounts receivable transactions.
• Perform regular analysis and reconciliation of accounts receivable balances, investigating any variances or discrepancies.

Cross-Departmental & External Collaboration:

• Collaborate with program managers and other departments to reconcile receivables, resolve discrepancies, and address any billing or invoicing issues.
• Collaborate with payors, external auditors, federal and state agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely billing, payment, and compliance with regulations.

Compliance & Audit Support:

• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, organizational policies, and relevant regulations.
• Support the annual audit process by providing accurate and complete documentation for auditors.

Process Improvement & Risk Mitigation:

• Seek opportunities for process improvement within the accounts receivable function, identifying ways to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and mitigate risks. This may involve recommending and implementing accounts receivable automation software or system enhancements.

General Accounting Support:

• Other accounting activities as assigned.

What We'll Love About You:

• You are a team player that promotes a positive work environment.
• You are capable of handling highly sensitive, confidential information.
• You are able to effectively communicate.
• You align with our mission, vision, and values.
• You are organized and are able to pay strong attention to detail.
• You are able to have professional and kind client and public interactions.
• You are able to show awareness and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees and clients.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Education: 

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Required)
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Preferred)
• Coursework or certification in nonprofit accounting or fund accounting (Preferred)

Experience: 

• Minimum two years experience.
• Must be competent in utilization of Microsoft Office products, with emphasis on Excel.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Normal office environment with minimal exposure to dust, noise, etc. Extended PC viewing and keyboarding required. Extended periods of sedentary work required.