Accounting Technician I

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The Loudoun County Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Services is seeking a talented and motivated individual to serve as an Accounting Technician in the Finance program. In this role, you will work with a trusted and reputable team that has a history of success connecting individuals and their families with person-centered, recovery-oriented services and supports.

Loudoun County Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Services is seeking a high energy, customer service-oriented Accounting Technician for a full-time opportunity in the Reimbursement Office of the Financial Services Division.
The ideal candidate must be a fast learner, be detail-oriented and exercise sound judgment in selecting and applying established procedures correctly and be able to function independently while working cohesively in a team environment. General knowledge of basic accounting/bookkeeping is essential.

Primary responsibilities include a variety of accounting and finance duties but are not limited to:

• Monitoring health insurance eligibility and insurance benefits; notifying direct service staff of authorization/eligibility expiration date; submitting claims, collecting, posting, and managing account payments; transmitting billing through EDI Gateway; determining general ledger account distribution and completing transmittal to Treasurer's Office; following up on returned or denied claims; and resolving client or third-party billing issues.
• Reconciling accounts and revenue including state wires, checks and invoices.
• Reviewing and evaluating daily transaction postings; alerts management and systems of file posting errors; and assisting with corrections to data.
• Monitoring assigned accounts for discrepancies.
• Researching accounts and referring delinquent accounts for collection if initial contact for payment does not result in resolution.
• Providing courteous and timely customer service to County staff, vendors, citizens and other visitors.
• Complying with county, departmental and division policies and procedures, and federal, state laws and regulations, as applicable to position.

High School diploma: three (3) years of work experience related to assigned area; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience working with an Electronic Health Record and in a medical billing environment.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check, credit check, driving record check and negative TB screen/test. Must have a valid driver's license in Virginia or regional state of residence.