Analyst – Accounts Receivable – Finance – Full Time

Purpose:

Under supervision, the Financial Analyst is responsible for leading the accounts receivable process as well as monitoring billing based on the company’s current cashflows. In addition, the Financial Analyst performs a variety of complex accounting Functions in the preparation, processing, maintenance, verification and reconciliation of receivables and associated accounts.

Duties:

Perform a variety of accounting duties in the preparation, processing, and maintenance of the patient/client accounts.
Research and analyze discrepancies and process appropriate corrections.
Maintain and prepare records and reports.
Prepare financial analysis utilizing financial tools, budgets, forecasts, spreadsheets and database management concepts.
Create and design reports and spreadsheets; plan and monitor work production timelines to meet strict deadlines in reporting regulations; preparing department correspondence as needed.
Review Billing/Accounts Receivable subledger for aging and any abnormalities or discrepancies.
Close accounts receivable module in Meditech on a monthly basis.
Reconcile the parking revenue on monthly basis.
Prepare monthly manual journal entries (including month end manual accrual).
Ensure BAR batches are correctly posted to the general ledger by month end.
Perform monthly reconciliation of the Billing/Accounts Receivable sub ledger to the general ledger.
Complete monthly bank reconciliation.
Assist with the preparation of year-end audit and reconciliations.
Assist in the development of new procedures as needed.
Maintain Billing/Account Receivable dictionaries and client dictionary
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

University degree in Business Administration; or related field

Experience:

3 years of recent experience working in an accounting environment or equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge, Skills, & Ability:

Ability to work effectively and efficiently as a team member in a fast paced environment in stressful Customer service, interpersonal and telephone skills.
Computer literacy in a Microsoft
Ability to maintain successful working relationships with the interdisciplinary team to achieve positive patient
Ability to organize time effectively to perform the duties of the
Ability to meet and interact with people in a pleasant, professional, responsible and reassuring Behaviour consistent with Hospital Mission, Values and Standards of Performance.
Ability to read, write and communicate to perform the duties of the Software applications related to accounts payable and general accounting systems.
Sound working knowledge of accounting and financial reporting principles and Understanding of financial controls and procedures.
Analytical and problem solving skills to prepare and maintain complex accounts payable transactions and to reconcile differences within established accounting
Ability to interpret, explain and comply with negotiated contracts, prescribed laws, rules, regulations, and
Knowledge of the Ministry of Health Schedule of Benefits.
Set up and maintain database files; create spreadsheets and other related forms, reports and Set priorities and organize work to meet deadlines; coordinate a variety of projects simultaneously.
Ability to work well under pressure.

Note: Because of the changing nature of the work and work to be done, other responsibilities and duties may by assigned and qualifications may be adjusted from time to time. Only those selected for the test/ interview will be contacted.

All new employees shall be fully vaccinated against COVID 19-prior to their start date. For clarity, fully vaccinated means that 14 days have elapsed after completion of your vaccine series (i.e. full two doses). The Hospital’s Occupational Health team will require evidence of full vaccination prior to an employee’s start date. If not fully vaccinated, the Hospital’s Occupational Health team can assist successful applicants with setting up the necessary appointments to become fully vaccinated, but any start date may be delayed to the date on which a successful applicant becomes fully vaccinated. The hospital’s requirement that successful applicants be fully vaccinated is subject to any accommodation obligations it may have under the Human Rights Code. Employees shall also be required to obtain boosters or other vaccinations related to COVID-19, as deemed necessary by the Hospital, and any failure to do so will be considered willful misconduct and/or disobedience and will result in the termination of the Employee’s employment without notice or pay in lieu thereof.

Sault Area Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially.