Jobs · Accounting · Iowa

Accounts Receivable Market Leader

Ensign Services · Des Moines, IA · 3 mo ago
Accounting$120k–$180k/yrFull-time

About the role

The AR Market Leader is a Director level role responsible for providing leadership, supervision, guidance, training, and oversight to AR Leads and AR Resources across assigned Ensign Markets. This role reports to and supports the Director of Accounts Receivable in implementing and monitoring Ensign-wide accounting, compliance, and educational initiatives.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provides strong leadership to a diverse team of AR Resources, across multiple experience levels and geographic regions.
  • Proactively works as a liaison with Operations Leaders, AR Leads, and AR Resources to address and resolve root cause concerns contributing to poor AR performance in the facilities.
  • As warranted, escalates issues/concerns to Market Leaders/President, Executive Directors and AR Director.
  • Provides comprehensive leadership for AR Leads and AR Resources, including hiring, training, coaching, performance management, and termination when required.
  • Provides financial and analytical leadership to Operations Leaders through meetings and on-site support.
  • Acts as a progressive leader and representative within State Health Care Associations and AR sub-committees, when opportunities become available.
  • Actively participates in new acquisitions, including coordination calls and resource planning, to ensure appropriate coverage and support through CHOW acceptance and completion.
  • Safeguards compliance with organization-wide accounting initiatives by coordinating the implementation of new accounts receivable policies, systems, and processes, and partnering with AR Leads, AR Resources, and Operations to ensure timely and accurate execution.
  • Supports additional tasks and special ad hoc projects as assigned.

Position Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or related Healthcare field.
  • 5 years relevant financial and managerial experience, such as Regional or Divisional business office consulting/management for a multi-site or geographically diverse organization.
  • Expert-level user of PointClickCare and the Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to design and manipulate Pivot Tables using data warehouse applications.
  • Ability to design and deliver professional quality meetings and training programs.
  • Ability to understand and interpret contractual language and provide guidance on unique contracts and billing scenarios.
  • Fully proficient in SNF Consolidated Billing regulations as defined by CMS, as well as emerging and innovative payment models.
  • Advanced knowledge of Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living billing, collections, accounting, and audit practices and procedures.
  • Advanced knowledge of accounting principles and practices, including integrated financial and billing systems.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all levels.

Additional Information

  • Pre-employment criminal background screening required.

What We Offer

  • We are committed to providing a competitive benefits and compensation package which includes medical/dental/vision coverage, company-provided life insurance, 401(k) with company match, and sick/vacation plans.
  • We also believe in supporting our employee’s professional growth and development through our Learning Management System as well as training sessions and seminars.

Additional Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact us at 888-659-3616.

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