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Brown County, MN · 4 days ago

FT Human Services Accounting Technician

New Ulm, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$25.79/hr - $36.34/hr

2+ years exp

Brown County, MN is seeking a Human Services Accounting Technician to process fiscal transactions and assist staff in various areas. The role involves managing claims processing, tracking expenditures, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Responsible for completeness, accuracy and confidentiality of all client information files in all software programs

Responsible for monthly claims processing for State and Federal reimbursement of Social Worker case management time

Coordinate Waiver Program screening documents and service agreements for Social Workers

Manage the Social Welfare Fund (client representative payee accounts) and weekly payments to clients (following SSA and Federal Tax Information rules)

Responsible for coding, reviewing, researching and processing all Administrative, Medical Assistance and Social Security claims

Serve as fiscal host for the Families First Collaborative that represents a separate account from other Human Services Programs

Assist employees with time sheets – backup for review, correct as needed and approval in payroll system

Access to county payroll system for adherence to federal DOT requirements and reporting

Monitor multiple Grants for proper usage

Prepare County, State, Federal and external audit reports

Authorize new vendors and new employees for proper clearance on various state and county systems

Out of Home Placement case procedures such as court orders, case plans and determine parental fees and permanency timelines

Prepare monthly billings of Accounts Receivables and track payments as received

Set up and assist in training new staff in computer program usage and payroll and payment procedures

Ensure diligent monitoring and detection of fraud, waste and abuse within the organization through regular audits and adherence to compliance standards

Contact providers and clients regarding services by telephone, email or in-person

Obtain approval and monitor usage of two department credit cards

Enter Childcare Provider vouchers into the system and approved for payment

Monitor, report and complete transit (MnDOT) state and county reports and reconciliations

Review Transit Manager claims

Adhere to HIPAA, MN Data Privacy, and FTI policies regarding client confidentiality

Administer access to state computer systems, clearance and passwords

Human Services inventory and asset management lead

Human Services program audit lead for MnDOT and SSA

Other duties as assigned or apparent

Regular attendance is required

Attending meetings and training, as needed

Qualification

Accounting functionsExcelClaims processingData analysisRegulationsEffective communicationAttention to detailTeam collaborationProblem-solving

Required

Two years college or vocational coursework in accounting and one year of related experience

One year college plus two years of accounting related experience

Knowledge and skill in accounting functions, Excel, and computer operation

Ability to obtain and apply knowledge of state and federal rules and statutes and audit procedures

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written or oral forms

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

Ability to work under limited supervision with general autonomy in determining how objectives are achieved

Ability to use considerable analytical ability to select, analyze and interpret data from several sources; interpretation of guidelines, policies and procedures is required

A high degree of concentration is essential to effectively complete required duties with interruptions