Job Location : West Des Moines,IA, USA
General Job Summary:
The Business Office Manager is responsible for gathering and reporting of financial information for the facility. They will facilitate the gathering of information to be provided to outside vendors in a timely manner for preparation of accounting functions, included but not limited to accounts payable and accounts receivable.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Business Office Manager is responsible for the following duties and responsibilities which are considered essential functions of the position:
Implements and follows established policies, procedures and performance standards to personnel, residents, resident family members, community and federal agencies, and consultants.
Completes delegated duties completely, accurately, and timely.
Practices efficient utilization of supplies and equipment.
Communicates problems and concerns immediately to the Administrator.
Gathers and forwards information needed for time payment of facility vendors.
Collaborates with residents and responsible parties on financial matters, such as applying for Medicaid.
Responsible for collection of private pay accounts receivables.
Gathers and forwards information needed for contracted agency for accounts payable.
Collaborates with Administrator on payments of accounts payable invoices.
Demonstrates consistent ability to work cooperatively with facility Administrator, other personnel, residents, families and other agencies.
Reports concerns to Administrator.
Maintains resident information and Pine Acres internal affairs in strict confidence.
Preserves resident rights and dignity.
Qualifications:
General Qualifications
o Experience with Iowa Medicaid and long term care preferred.
o Sound judgment and high moral standards.
o Sincere desire to work with the aged and those with limited capacity for self-care
o Must be well-groomed, courteous, tactful, patient, kind and pleasant when dealing with patients.
o Must be level-headed in emergency situations.
o Must have an acute sense of responsibility.
o Must possess a spirit of cooperation and enthusiasm in order to create an atmosphere conducive to rehabilitation and growth.
Education
o Prefer an associates degree in accounting or business management.
o Must be able to read, write, and follow oral and written instruction in English. Experience with general bookkeeping is required.
Continuous Education
o Keeps current in the field of accounting and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) which may require other continuing education may be required.
Work Experience
o At least two years of experience in bookkeeping and accounting.
Working Conditions:
Must effectively communicate with vendors, staff, department heads, patients and their relatives.