JOB REQUIREMENTS: Why Sheboygan County? It is our imperative to remain an inclusive workplace. Sheboygan County is committed to attracting, supporting, and retaining a culturally diverse workforce that represents our community. Sheboygan County Health and Human Services also strives to be a trauma informed organization which fully realizes the prevalence of trauma, recognizes the effects of trauma, and responds with trauma informed policies and practices, and we are looking for staff who will help us champion this journey. Becoming a member of our growing team also means that YOU become our top priority. You will not only enjoy a dynamic work environment but a variety of perks including but not limited to the following: Generous benefits package and access to our free InHealth Clinic Time off: 15 vacation days, sick time and 10 paid holidays Other perks: Referral program, Wisconsin Retirement System, education discount, and much more What to Expect: Responsible for providing accounting support. Keys daily worksheets to the general ledger system, ensures files are complete and maintained as needed, handles billing and accounts payable, purchasing duties, and assists other department personnel. This position is allowed greater independent decision-making authority with minimal supervision. Essential Duties Sheboygan County Health and Human Services strives to be a trauma informed organization which fully realizes the prevalence of trauma, recognizes the effects of trauma, and responds with trauma informed policies and practices, and we are looking for staff who will help us champion this journey. Provides billing office customer service; records customer obligations, payments and refunds; contacts individuals with delinquent accounts; maintains accounts. Performs accounting and clerical functions to support other personnel; serves as a source of information and instruction for employees, supervisors, managers, and the director on financial issues. Researches, tracks, and resolves accounting problems. Obtains prior authorization from third party insurance for client services. Maintains client master information for private insurance, Medical Assistance, and Medicare. Prepares, edits, verifies, posts claims, submits manual and electronic claims for payment for clients that have single or multiple third party payment sources. Processes electronically and manually, EOB\'s and coordinating payments from Private Insurance, Medicare and Medicaid. Applies payments to individual client accounts that have single or multiple third party payment sources. Responsible for the handling of delinquent collection accounts. Including, but not limited to, sending to collection agency and determining any write offs. All other duties as assigned. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: A minimum of high school graduation or equivalent, strong customer service and interpersonal skills required. Two years related experience and post-secondary education preferred. Knowledge and experience with business software including proficiency in using (Excel) spreadsheet applications. Knowledge and experience in working with automated financial information systems including integrated and non-integrated subsidiary systems. Knowledge and experience with Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance billing. Knowledge and understanding of business and government terminology, office procedures, and equipment. Knowledge of services offered within Health and Human Services. Ability to relate to people, demonstrate respect, and to communicate effectively in both written and oral formats. Ability to understand, interpret, and complete complex oral and written instructions. Ability to efficiently and effectively relate to coworkers, customers, and vendors. Ability to protect and practice discretion with confidential information. Ability to demonstrate reliability, resourcefulness, initiative, and good judgment. Ability to demonstrate attention to detail. Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work. Ability to successfully complete placement test. Work Environment & Physical Requirements Frequent contact with co-workers, customers, and members of the public. May occasionally deal with aggressive individuals, persons presenting with mental impairments, or persons with limited Engl ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sheboygancounty/jobs/4490762/accounting-specialist-billing?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs