Accountant Associate
Woodstock, IL 
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Posted 16 days ago
Job Description
Overview

Computes, classifies, records, and verifies numerical data for use in maintaining accounting records by performing the following duties. Other duties as assigned.

  • Day shift - Mon-Fri
  • Active Pharmacy Tech License
  • Accounting degree
  • Located in WI or IL

Mercyhealth is committed to offering our partners a best place to work and continually evaluates new programs and benefits. We have been recognized locally, regionally and nationally for helping our workers achieve a work/life balance through benefit offerings and innovative programs. Our unique workplace Culture of Excellence is built upon:

  • Employee engagement, empowerment and growth
  • Teamwork toward our common goal - providing exceptional health care services with a passion for making lives better
  • An atmosphere of caring and quality that cascades throughout the organization

Responsibilities

  • Prepares financial reports related to Retail Pharmacy operations.
  • Assists with preparing monthly statistical data.
  • Analyzes various accounts.
  • Assists with signing up and monitoring third party payers.
  • In charge of reinsurance claim filing, monthly reporting and tracking of claim submissions.
  • May be required to work overtime during peak periods.


Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:

Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.


Education and Experience

Associate Degree in Accounting or appropriate work experience.
Prior knowledge of computer spreadsheet applications preferred.


Certification and Licensure

Pharmacy Technician


Skills and Abilities
Very high degree of accuracy required in calculation and recording
Strong interpretive and analytical skills
Computer and calculator skills

Special Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to operate a keyboard repetitively, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus, particularly as it relates to computer screens.


Level of Supervision

N/A


Supervises

N/A


EOE&AA/M/F/Vet/Disabled. Mercy is an equal employment opportunity employer functioning under Affirmative Action Plans.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Associate Degree
Required Experience
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