Accounts Receivable Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Overview and Purpose of the Role

Reporting to the Director of Finance, this role is responsible for managing the complete Accounts Receivable function, ensuring timely billing and collection of revenues from healthcare institutions, patients, and non-patient clients to optimize the organization’s cash flow. The incumbent will be involved in issuing accurate invoices, following up on outstanding payments, and working closely with physicians for billing clarifications and follow-ups. This position requires collaboration with other members of the finance team to support the full finance cycle, including month-end processes and financial reporting.

Key Duties & Responsibilities :

Accounts Receivable Management

• Generate invoices, process and apply prepayments for self-pay and uninsured services (non-OHIP), liaising with clinical registration clerks on non-OHIP bookings
• Generate invoices and apply payments in Meditech for hospital and community partnerships
• Reconcile payments received at point of sale by registration clerks in Meditech, ensuring payments match charges posted to patient accounts
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in payment postings and patient accounts
• Monitor outstanding patient balances and initiate the collections process in accordance with organizational policies
• Communicate with patients regarding overdue accounts, provide payment options, and escalate unresolved accounts as required

Physician Billing & Reimbursements

Accounts Payable Support

Reporting & Compliance

Corporate Responsibilities :

Skills & Qualifications :

College or university degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related discipline is required

Minimum 1–3 years of related experience in Finance and / or Accounts Receivable is required

Recent experience in billing (e.g., OHIP, WSIB, IFH) and working in an Accounts Receivable environment within a hospital or medical setting is required

Knowledge of Meditech is an asset

Strong numeracy skills and solid understanding of finance and accounting principles and operations

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to specific audiences and write clear, concise and well-structured documents

Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously

Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions within established guidelines and procedures

Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision while remaining accountable for deliverables

High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information

Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve issues with support from supervisors

Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and contribute to shared goals

Computer proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Satisfactory passing of a criminal record check / vulnerable sector check

Provide proof of Immunization and TB records

Schroeder Ambulatory Centre is a non-profit medical facility dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for Ontarians through accessible, outpatient healthcare. The Centre will offer a comprehensive range of clinical, diagnostic, and surgical services in alignment with its mission to reduce pain, improve mobility, and streamline healthcare delivery.

In collaboration with hospital and academic partners, Schroeder Ambulatory Centre aims to strengthen public health capacity and drive innovation in care, ensuring a more efficient and compassionate healthcare experience for the community.

At Schroeder Ambulatory Centre, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process due to a disability or medical condition, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met in a respectful and confidential manner.

We appreciate all applications; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This posting is for a current vacancy