Funding Specialist

Summary: The Funding Specialist is responsible for related banking duties and procedures associated with procuring and processing funding for Self-Funded Claims, account reconciliation and check run processing. In addition, the Funding Specialist is responsible for related duties and procedures associated with incoming refunds and overpayments pertaining to claims; processing & printing daily Claims and Flex check runs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Works on site with consistent attendance.
• Process Self-Funded claims funding and release check runs
• Maintain Checks Waiting for Funding Log and Check Run Log
• Process Prescription payments and issue direct pays
• Reconcile bank statements and email Self-Funded statements to client groups
• Process, print and request funding for weekly, semi-monthly and monthly self-funded check runs
• Enter direct pays for Billing Fees and Percent of Savings checks
• Handle incoming refunds and overpayment checks pertaining to claims
• Create, email, and mail refunds to clients
• Process daily Flexible Savings Account check runs
• Process, email, and print daily claims check runs
• Enter direct pays for monthly Percent of Savings checks
• Assist with monthly Bank Reconciliations
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Management.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:  

• Functional understanding of the payment processing system, preferably Quick Books.
• PC proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook and Access.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Very strong math, problem solving, and analytical skill required.
• Must be able to follow directions, work with minimal supervision and interact with all departments and levels of      management.
• Knowledge of Benefits Industry preferred.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Professionalism and respect for co-workers at all times.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:  Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; and minimum one to three years related experience and/or training in a fast paced accounting environment, preferably within a banking environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills: Ability to read, speak, and write effectively in English. Ability to interpret documents such as plan documents, memos, letters, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports, meeting notes, project documentation, and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before customers or employees of organization. Ability to effectively address or resolve customer service issues within guidelines of the position.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, and commissions.

Reasoning Ability:  Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized or non-standardized situations.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid, class C license in state working with no adverse driving record.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods in front of a computer. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the employee to work in the office.