Aides in the application... [+] More

Aides in the application of principles of accounting and, with experience, may handle complex tasks. Utilizes knowledge of accounting principles related to classifying, recording, and summarizing data and making computations to compile and keep financial records. Finalizes accounting reports. Studies and analyzes accounting records for purposes of preparing statements and reports. Includes such activities as keeping and verifying records of transactions; receiving and disbursing money; computing and verifying amounts; preparing records; combining data and performing computations to create statistical records; and computing costs, verifying bills, invoices, rates, tariff, duties, and amounts due. This position may exist in any of the accounting functions such as payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit, collections, budgets, financial planning, general accounting, billing, etc. This is a paraprofessional level position and does not require a four-year degree in accounting.

Audits records and prepares bills. May make computations for payroll and timekeeping records, compute earnings, and prepare duty rosters and work schedules. Work may involve analyzing past and present financial operations and future estimates. May analyze records of present and past operations, trends and costs, estimated and realized revenues, administrative commitments, and obligations incurred. May assist in the maintenance of budgeting systems that provide control of expenditures made to carry out activities, such as advertising and marketing, production and labor, maintenance, or project activities, such as construction of buildings. May have lead responsibilities over lower level accounting personnel. [-] Less

Interviews customers applying for charge accounts

confers with customer to explain type of charge plans available. Assists customer in filling out application or completes application for customer. Reviews applications received by mail. Files credit applications after credit department approves or disapproves... [+] More

Interviews customers applying for charge accounts

confers with customer to explain type of charge plans available. Assists customer in filling out application or completes application for customer. Reviews applications received by mail. Files credit applications after credit department approves or disapproves credit. May check references by phone or form letter and notify customer of acceptance or rejection of credit credit clerk. May verify entries and correct errors on charge accounts customer-complaint clerk, using adding machine. May answer credit rating requests from banks and credit bureaus. May issue temporary shopping slip when credit references appear satisfactory. [-] Less

Classifies, for bookkeeping purposes, each item on reports, work orders, material requisitions, and invoices, noting after each item ledger account to which it is to be charged, or classifies items for statistical purposes according to predetermined system. May specialize in item classified and be designated account-classification clerk; invoice-classification clerk.

Processes records of department-store transactions which cannot be applied to customer's account by routine procedures in order that charges, cash payments, and refunds may be recorded, collected, or credited

reviews and talks to sales-audit, charge-account-authorization, and collection personnel to identify missing... [+] More

Processes records of department-store transactions which cannot be applied to customer's account by routine procedures in order that charges, cash payments, and refunds may be recorded, collected, or credited

reviews and talks to sales-audit, charge-account-authorization, and collection personnel to identify missing information or compare signatures on sales or credit slips. Telephones or writes to customers for additional information. Corrects or adds information to customer accounts as necessary. Mails dunning correspondence to customers in arrears on their charge accounts collection clerk. [-] Less

Maintains customer accounting records. Prepares and enters charges and payments to customers' accounts for losses, additional deposits, and special and irregular charges. Investigates incorrect billings on customers' accounts and prepares instructions for correction. Creates reports on results of investigations. Compiles... [+] More

Maintains customer accounting records. Prepares and enters charges and payments to customers' accounts for losses, additional deposits, and special and irregular charges. Investigates incorrect billings on customers' accounts and prepares instructions for correction. Creates reports on results of investigations. Compiles information requested by customer and others pertaining to customer accounts.

Applies overpayments to charges on customers' accounts or prepares vouchers for refund. Reviews accounts not billed and prepares bill from available information. Enters information in books that was received too late for billing. Prepares lists of special billing instructions, incorporating charges shown on customers' account. Processes final bills that exceed amount of deposit to enter amount of net bill. Prepares and mails duplicate bills as requested. May interview customers and others in person or by telephone to answer inquiries and complaints pertaining to bills, customer deposits, and accounts. May specialize in handling inquiries received by mail, compiling information from customer accounting records. [-] Less

Maintains customer accounting records. Prepares and enters charges and payments to customers' accounts for losses, additional deposits, and special and irregular charges. Investigates incorrect billings on customers' accounts and prepares instructions for correction. Creates reports on results of investigations. Compiles... [+] More

Maintains customer accounting records. Prepares and enters charges and payments to customers' accounts for losses, additional deposits, and special and irregular charges. Investigates incorrect billings on customers' accounts and prepares instructions for correction. Creates reports on results of investigations. Compiles information requested by customer and others pertaining to customer accounts.

Applies overpayments to charges on customers' accounts or prepares vouchers for refund. Reviews accounts not billed and prepares bill from available information. Enters information in books that was received too late for billing. Prepares lists of special billing instructions, incorporating charges shown on customers' account. Processes final bills that exceed amount of deposit to enter amount of net bill. Prepares and mails duplicate bills as requested. May interview customers and others in person or by telephone to answer inquiries and complaints pertaining to bills, customer deposits, and accounts. May specialize in handling inquiries received by mail, compiling information from customer accounting records. [-] Less

Notifies or locates customers with delinquent accounts, attempts to secure payment, and reports payments. Prepares and mails form letters to customers to encourage payment of delinquent accounts. Talks to customer by telephone in attempt to determine reason for overdue payment,... [+] More

Notifies or locates customers with delinquent accounts, attempts to secure payment, and reports payments. Prepares and mails form letters to customers to encourage payment of delinquent accounts. Talks to customer by telephone in attempt to determine reason for overdue payment, reviewing terms of sales, service, or credit contract with customer. Calls customers who do not reply to letters.

Helps secure information regarding customer's financial status or insurance coverage. Provides appropriate information to billing staff or credit department. Records information about financial status of customer and status of collection efforts. May order repossession or service disconnection, or turn over account to attorney. May sort and file correspondence. May receive payments and post amount paid to customer account and notify collection agency of amounts received. May adjust for incorrect credit charges and grant extension of credit. May provide customer credit information or rating on request. May compute interest and payments. May use automated telephone dialing system to contact customers and computer to record customer account information. May void sales tickets for unclaimed COD and lay-away merchandise. May trace customer to new address by inquiring at post office or by questioning neighbors. [-] Less

Calculates, posts business transactions, processes invoices, verifies financial data for use in maintaining accounts payable records, and provides other clerical support necessary to pay the obligations of the organization. Clarifies any questionable invoice items, prices, or receiving signatures; obtains proper... [+] More

Calculates, posts business transactions, processes invoices, verifies financial data for use in maintaining accounts payable records, and provides other clerical support necessary to pay the obligations of the organization. Clarifies any questionable invoice items, prices, or receiving signatures; obtains proper information and/or data regarding invoice payments.

Assembles invoices to be completed for payment. Verifies all addresses and Federal ID numbers of vendors if available; calculates all extensions and totals on invoices, calculating and taking discounts when applicable; verifies all coding, reviews invoices and requisitions for satisfactory payment approval, checking vendor files for any previous payments; assigns voucher numbers. Maintains copies of vouchers, invoices, or correspondence necessary for files. May prepare vouchers listing invoice number, date, vendor address, and Federal ID number, item description, amounts, and coding per accounting policies and procedures. May type periodic reports and other records. May reconcile bank statements. [-] Less

Maintains customer accounting records. Prepares and enters charges and payments to customers' accounts for losses, additional deposits, and special and irregular charges. Investigates incorrect billings on customers' accounts and prepares instructions for correction. Creates reports on results of investigations. Compiles... [+] More

Maintains customer accounting records. Prepares and enters charges and payments to customers' accounts for losses, additional deposits, and special and irregular charges. Investigates incorrect billings on customers' accounts and prepares instructions for correction. Creates reports on results of investigations. Compiles information requested by customer and others pertaining to customer accounts.

Applies overpayments to charges on customers' accounts or prepares vouchers for refund. Reviews accounts not billed and prepares bill from available information. Enters information in books that was received too late for billing. Prepares lists of special billing instructions, incorporating charges shown on customers' account. Processes final bills that exceed amount of deposit to enter amount of net bill. Prepares and mails duplicate bills as requested. May interview customers and others in person or by telephone to answer inquiries and complaints pertaining to bills, customer deposits, and accounts. May specialize in handling inquiries received by mail, compiling information from customer accounting records. [-] Less

Ensures the accuracy and... [+] More

Ensures the accuracy and completeness of insurance policies and applications, and performs a wide variety of other clerical duties for organizations providing insurance or organizations that are recipients of insurance payments. Examines insurance applications to ensure that all questions have been answered. Assists in identifying problems and checks that the insurance information is accurate. Verifies insurance policy benefit information. Ensures insurance information and appropriate referrals have been completely and accurately obtained. Identifies special policy clauses or pre-existing conditions and verifies effective date of policies.

Verifies insurance policy benefits for new and returning patients with carriers and employers. Ensures all insurance information has been completely and accurately obtained. Documents all pertinent insurance information. Obtains authorization/pre-certification prior to the patient's visit or scheduled admission, or immediately following admission. Documents information given or received to support actions taken on insurance charges or referral issues. Educates patients and families on insurance issues. Communicates patient's fiscal responsibility in a professional manner. Notifies appropriate work units of patient's insurance coverage, authorizations, or status. Identifies all patients without third party financial benefits and directs them for financial counseling according to policies and procedures. Receives and reviews contracts to understand the contract provisions. Interprets managed care contracts for insurance coverage. Provides support to revenue cycle work units and other work units as assigned. May correspond with sales personnel to inform them of status of application being processed, and to encourage prompt delivery of policies to policyholders. May collect initial premiums and issue receipts. May compile periodic reports on new business for management. Performs other duties as assigned. [-] Less