Accounting Assistant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our team in Hunt Valley, Maryland. In this position, you will play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy of financial data, reconciling accounts, and supporting cash posting operations. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in account reconciliation and payment processing, along with a collaborative approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily cash posting activities, including lockbox deposits and manual payments, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.

• Investigate and resolve discrepancies such as shortages, overpayments, and returned payments, coordinating with clients when necessary.

• Process refunds and manage payment reversals efficiently, maintaining proper documentation.

• Conduct bi-monthly reviews of reports to verify client authorizations and ensure compliance.

• Analyze weekly balance reports, log credit balances for refunds, and alert the collections team about outstanding balances.

• Address payment shortages daily, issuing timely communications to clients.

• Reconcile enrollment, billing, and payment data across systems to maintain alignment and accuracy.

• Collaborate with the Collections Administrator to provide support on payment-related issues and ensure seamless operations.

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We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our team in Hunt Valley, Maryland. In this position, you will play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy of financial data, reconciling accounts, and supporting cash posting operations. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in account reconciliation and payment processing, along with a collaborative approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily cash posting activities, including lockbox deposits and manual payments, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.

• Investigate and resolve discrepancies such as shortages, overpayments, and returned payments, coordinating with clients when necessary.

• Process refunds and manage payment reversals efficiently, maintaining proper documentation.

• Conduct bi-monthly reviews of reports to verify client authorizations and ensure compliance.

• Analyze weekly balance reports, log credit balances for refunds, and alert the collections team about outstanding balances.

• Address payment shortages daily, issuing timely communications to clients.

• Reconcile enrollment, billing, and payment data across systems to maintain alignment and accuracy.

• Collaborate with the Collections Administrator to provide support on payment-related issues and ensure seamless operations.