New Job Accounts Receivable Clerk In Northwest Territories
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Accounts Receivable Clerk |
Accounts Receivable Clerk
Company : Government of the Northwest Territories
Salary : $71,000–$85,000 a year
Location : Northwest Territories
Full Description
Department Information
The Northwest Territories - Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging work, welcoming communities and expanded service environments in health and social services delivery and administration in the North. The Territorial Authority has a staff of more than 16,000, serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents from the Kitikmeot region.
Job Information
The Accounts Payable Clerk is located in Yellowknife and reports to the Accountant-General, account receivables, and fees for service billing. The revenue activities for NISTSSA include payments made by patients, insurance companies, and other third parties in a timely way in accordance with the applicable laws, regulations, and procedures. '
This position is located within NTHSSA's financial division and works closely with a number of practitioners and clinic staff at both the Primary Health Insurance Administration, GNWT Health Care sites and other NTHSSA program and service providers to complete day-to-day operations. Incorrect billings can result in client disputes, delayed collections, reduced revenue-to-income and delayed cash flow.
Accuracy, timeliness and follow through are critical to ensure that revenues are received to manage the operation of the NISTSSA as a whole as well as maintain good working relationships.
Typically, the above qualifications would be achieved by:
Completion of an accounting or business administration degree from a recognized educational institution, combined with two years of relevant experience, or 5 years of related experience, preferably in a public service environment.
Medical terminology or medical billing experience is considered an asset.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.