Account Clerk U31

Posting number: 15700

Department: OMB - Finance

Job classification: Account Clerk U31

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Accounting and Finance

Summary

Summary Objective
The purpose of this position is to process third party billings, forms and other documents.

Examples of duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Reviews forms, third party billings, and other documents to detect errors.

• Explains billing procedures to the public, contacts the public and mails documents to obtain additional information.

• Processes medical billings and provides information regarding payment options.

• Reviews, codes and updates account information.

• Collects fees and posts to accounts.

• Processes forms and issues receipts and documents.

• Calculates figures and totals and maintains records and files.

• Performs related work.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or the equivalent.

• Two (2) years of accounting, bookkeeping, banking or billing experience.

EQUIVALENCY

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS (WORK ENVIRONMENT):

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

• None.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE

Louisville Metro Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the Louisville Metro Government to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

STANDARD CLAUSES

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of Louisville Metro Government.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.

Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed and employees are properly trained.