Accounting Clerk

**JOIN US IN MAKING EXCELLENT CARE PERSONAL**

At Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH), our commitment to excellence sets us apart. We believe in making excellent care personal, and we’re on a relentless journey to enhance the well-being of both our staff and patients. Are you ready to contribute to a healthcare legacy that makes a difference?

**Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Accounting Clerk assists in the preparation, processing, and reporting of the hospital’s accounting function in a timely and accurate manner. The position will maintain the accounts receivable system in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and M.I.S. guidelines. This position is responsible for maintaining the billing system and initiating collection procedures according to the hospitals prescribed policy.

This position will interface with internal and external contacts daily to provide or receive information, resolve issues, and promote good service recipient relations.

Job Requirements:
**KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Process accounting data, ensuring it is complete, accurate and timely
- Support with completing monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations
- Completion of month end and year end tasks related to closing the books and journal entries including accounts receivable, patient clearing and bad debt
- Receive and process all payments to the accounts receivable system
- Ensure maximization of differential revenue by reviewing all admissions, discharges, and transfers daily
- Perform all necessary collection procedures on outstanding accounts including forwarding of delinquent accounts to the Credit Bureau for collection
- Prepare daily bank deposit and required reconciliations
- Process all bills, invoices, statements to other organizations and patients, following up where necessary
- Perform financial assessments necessary for co-payment billing, where required
- Processing of OHIP, WSIB, and Out of Province billing and payments
- Point of contact for any queries regarding hospital billing
- Participate in Interim and year end audits
- Regularly review, audit and reconciliation of accounting information, ensuring compliance with Ministry of Health and GBGH’s policies, procedures, and practices
- Maintain organized and up to date filing systems for financial and accounting documents; ensure the confidentiality and security of all financial files
- Provide coverage of specified finance duties during absences/vacations (i.e., Accounts receivable, account reconciliations, journal entries)
- Participate in special or ad hoc tasks and projects assigned by senior leadership
- Provide support to the finance team as required

**QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE**
- Community College diploma in Accounting, Finance or Business required
- A minimum of two years’ work experience in an automated accounting environment within the last 5 years
- Accounts Receivable experience, preferably in a health care setting
- Sound understanding of accrual accounting and bookkeeping
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Strong ability to organize and prioritize workload effectively to meet deadlines and demands in the presence of frequent interruptions
- Able to read and interpret financial policies, procedures, and transactional documents
- Must work effectively as a team player
- Demonstrated satisfactory work performance and attendance history
- Commitment to GBGH Values and Purpose Statement

**ASSETS**
- Meditech experience
- Basic knowledge of MIS framework
- As a partially designated French speaking organization, French verbal and written communication skills

**Additional Information**:
**Union**: CUPE

**Posting Number: 24-264**

**Number of Positions Available: 1**

**Department**: Finance

**Location**:Midland

**Hours of Work**: Temporary Full Time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements and as per the CUPE collective agreement.

**Salary**:$28.88 - $29.44 an hour in accordance with the CUPE Collective Agreement

**BENEFITS & PERKS**

When you choose to be a part of GBGH, you're choosing a workplace that prioritizes your growth and well-being. We invest in your professional development, fostering an environment that values continuous learning and growth, ensuring your career thrives.
- Comprehensive and competitive benefit plan, including but not limited to extended health and dental coverage, life insurance, paid sick days, short
- and long-term disability income protection plans
- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans
- Education Fund Opportunities, Career Development and Education Sessions
- Access to Family & Employee Assistance Program
- The successful applicant will be compensated for their time in the interview process

**THE HOSPITAL**

Discover a rewarding career at GBGH, a dynamic 113-bed facility nestled in the heart of Midland, Ontario. O