Team Lead, Collections

What Collections contributes to Cardinal Health

Finance oversees the accounting, tax, financial plans and policies of the organization, establishes and maintains fiscal controls, prepares and interprets financial reports, oversees financial systems and safeguards the organization's assets.
Collections is responsible for the collection of outstanding accounts receivable. This includes dispute research, developing payment plans with customers, and building relationships of trust with customers and internal business partners.

Responsibilities

The Accounts Receivables (AR) Team Lead assists with daily operations of the accounts receivable team, ensuring accurate and timely processing of claims, including denials and the maximation of cash flow. This role is responsible for optimizing AR processes and supporting the organization’s financial health through effective management of outstanding receivables.

Monitor aging reports and follow up on past-due accounts to improve cash flow.Coordinate with billing team to ensure insurance claims are accurate and sent timely.Assist with Training of new AR representatives.Develop and implement strategies to increase revenue.Analyze AR metrics, DSO (days sales outstanding), and other KPIs.Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and explanations.Audit weekly team member accounts for accuracy and training opportunities within team.Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in AR operations.Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and relevant regulations.Handles other duties and projects assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree, preferred in business administration, healthcare or related field preferred3–5 years of experience in accounts receivable, with at least 1–2 years in a team lead role preferredStrong knowledge of AR processes and billing systemsPreferred experience with GE Centricity.  Preferred experience in Oncology billing.Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel preferredExcellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Customer service mindset and problem-solving skills.Ability to resolve customer issues calmly and professionally with diplomacy and tactAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionExperience in Accounts Receivables (IPA’s and Medi-Cal)Familiarity with credit analysis and risk assessment.

What is expected of you and others at this level

Takes the lead in effectively applying and teaching new processes and skills in order to accomplish a wide variety of assignmentsComprehensive knowledge in technical or specialty areaAbility to apply knowledge beyond own areas of expertisePerforms the most complex and technically challenging work within area of specializationPreempts potential problems and provides effective solutions for teamWorks independently to interpret and apply company procedures to complete workProvides guidance to less experienced team membersMay have team leader responsibilities but does not formally supervise

Anticipated hourly range: $ 22.30 –$ 35.20 USD Hourly
Bonus eligible: No
Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

Medical, dental and vision coveragePaid time off planHealth savings account (HSA)401k savings planAccess to wages before pay day with myFlexPayFlexible spending accounts (FSAs)Short- and long-term disability coverageWork-Life resourcesPaid parental leaveHealthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible. The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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