[Remote] Accounting Specialist 1

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Chamberlain Advisors is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable & Revenue Cycle Specialist to join our client's Accounting team in Danville, Illinois. This position plays a critical role in supporting revenue cycle operations by managing government payer portal access, assisting with electronic remittance enrollment, and maintaining accurate financial records.

Responsibilities

• Classify, record, and reconcile financial transactions while maintaining accurate accounting records
• Prepare invoices, account statements, and financial documentation in accordance with company policies
• Process debits, credits, and account adjustments using accounting systems and spreadsheets
• Maintain accurate financial data within accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Assist with reconciliation activities and support month-end accounting processes
• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and governmental regulations
• Support the Governmental WebPortal Team by maintaining user accounts and credentials across multiple state and federal payer portals
• Assist with portal administration, security access, user audits, and ongoing account maintenance
• Coordinate onboarding and registration of new payer portals while ensuring compliance with governmental security standards
• Troubleshoot portal access issues and coordinate with internal teams and external agencies to resolve account-related concerns
• Partner with the Cash Application Analyst to obtain missing or delayed Remittance Advices (RAs) from commercial and governmental payers
• Support timely cash posting by minimizing remittance delays and posting backlogs
• Assist with identifying and resolving payment discrepancies affecting cash application
• Communicate with payer representatives to resolve remittance delivery issues
• Assist in transitioning payer remittance processes from paper and PDF formats to Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)
• Coordinate payer enrollment activities for HIPAA 835 and NCPDP 835 electronic remittance transactions
• Work closely with payer provider relations to troubleshoot enrollment and electronic transmission issues
• Support initiatives that improve automation, efficiency, and overall revenue cycle performance
• Build strong working relationships with internal Accounts Receivable teams, Revenue Cycle leadership, IT, and external payer organizations
• Communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders to resolve operational issues
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, eliminate manual processes, and enhance operational efficiency
• Maintain confidentiality while handling Protected Health Information (PHI) in accordance with HIPAA regulations

Skills

• High school diploma or GED required
• 0–2 years of accounting, accounts receivable, revenue cycle, or healthcare financial operations experience
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and analytical skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Comfortable learning new financial systems and web-based applications
• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred
• Experience supporting healthcare Accounts Receivable or Revenue Cycle operations
• Knowledge of medical remittance processing and cash application
• Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and handling Protected Health Information (PHI)
• Experience working with government payer portals such as Medicare or Medicaid
• Understanding of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), including HIPAA 835 or NCPDP 835 transactions
• Experience troubleshooting payer enrollment or electronic remittance issues
• Knowledge of accounting software or ERP systems

Benefits

• Access to Healthcare & Dental Insurance Plan of Choice *(details available upon request)*

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