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Job Description

Accounts Receivable Subsidy Specialist 

Scottsdale, AZ

Cadence Education is currently in search of our next Accounts Receivable Subsiddy Specialist in Scottsdale, AZ

Cadence Education is one of the premier early childhood educators in the United States, operating over 300 private preschools and elementary schools across 30 states. With over 30 years in business, we have developed an unparalleled expertise in preparing students to thrive in the next step of their childhood.

Our overall mission is to provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. This mission can only be accomplished through a team of passionate childcare professionals who combine their talents to provide an unparalleled level of care and compassion for children and their families. Our research-based curriculum and home-based environments are anything but a “daycare” – we are the evolution of early education.

Our schools are staffed with individuals who are talented, fun, and genuinely enthusiastic about child development and learning. We encourage collaboration and cherish open-communication in each school and with our corporate office.  We work hard to create an outstanding work-life balance by supporting leaders and staff members every step of the way. For additional information about Cadence, please visit www.cadence-education.com.

Benefits of Working at Cadence Education:

• Competitive compensation
• 401K with employer match
• 50% childcare tuition discount
• Educational and professional development
• Comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees, including:
• Paid time off that increases with seniority
• Medical, dental, vision options available
• Additional life, disability, and retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid holidays

Cadence Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Company Overview

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Accounts Receivable Subsidy Manager, the Accounts Receivable Subsidy Specialist processes and analyzes accounts receivable contracts and payments. This position works within the framework of company policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Verifies and applies subsidy payments made to the company. Sets up and maintains subsidy contracts in the billing system.2. Aids with both direct billed and subsidy accounts receivable. Ensures contract setup is timely and accurate and that remittances are accurately coded and allocated.3. Researches, enters, and applies subsidy agency payments into billing system. Has oversight of subsidy agency contracts and responsible for any revisions. 4. Work cooperatively with staff members, other departments and state agency representatives maintaining a customer service focus. Responds to inquiries from school personnel and researches and resolves concerns or discrepancies.5. Responds to inquiries from customers and researches and resolves concerns or discrepancies.

6. Assist with monthly CACFP procedures. Provide guidance to schools and managers to maximize claims.

7. Assists in year-end or monthly/quarterly accounting procedures. Will assist with ad-hoc projects as required.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Requires the ability to work well independently, demonstrated by resourcefulness and problem-solving skills.• Must demonstrate professional and effective written and verbal communication skills.• Must have knowledge of basic accounting skills. • Ability to prioritize workload and short and long-term operating plans to create highly satisfied customer outcomes.• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment handling a high-volume workload dealing with priorities & deadlines. • Must be a highly effective communicator with interpersonal skills that allow successful business interactions with individuals of a variety of work styles, personalities, and career levels.• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)• Must have the ability to be "hands-on" and assist in training work as needed. • Requires the ability to read, write and speak effectively in English.

Education or equivalency:

Experience:

• Must have a minimum of three (3) years of accounts receivable related experience that demonstrates an understanding of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.• Previous school management experience and knowledge of state & federal subsidies preferred.• Must have strong technical experience in customer reconciliations.

Specialized training:

·        None.

Certification/licensure:

·        None.