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LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
7 days ago
Hourly Rate: $18-22 per hour
Shift: Office Hours
Hours: 24 hours per week/scheduled based on business needs
If you believe in enjoying your workdays, having balance in your life, being rewarded for strong performance, and getting opportunities to learn and grow, wed love to talk to you about joining our family.
We offer competitive compensation that includes:
Pay differentials for 2nd, 3rd, and weekend shifts
Generous paid time off (PTO) program plus paid time for catastrophic illness
Paid life insurance
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Excellent 401(k) program with company match
Tuition reimbursement program
Discounted Forum-wear
Discounted prescription & OTC purchase program
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For more than 50 years, we've served those who cannot care for themselves and the heroes who care for them. Join us in helping long-term care facilities improve resident care by making medications easier.
Were a diverse, yet close-knit, team of hard workers committed to using technology and Lean Six Sigma to improve quality, eliminate unnecessary work, and support an employee-driven culture.
Join one of the Best Places to Work in Illinois while making a real difference in peoples lives. Apply here or check us out: Life @ Forum at www.forumpharmacy.com, or on Facebook, Linked In, or Glassdoor.
What you'll do as an Accounting Clerk
Daily sorting/printing of incoming Accounts Payable mail and email, respectively
Proper coding, data entry, and invoice processing in Accounts Payable software
Filing, maintaining, and organizing Accounts Payable records
Responding to vendor inquiries and requests regarding payments
Vendor account reconciliation as needed
Maintaining appropriate records for future reference
Responsible for posting and account reconciliation of daily cash receipts and bank deposits
Responsible for posting and reconciling customer debit/credit notes including but not limited to fees, write-offs, refunds, and payroll deductions
Identify, research, and resolve unmatched, short, or missing payments as well as credit balances using the appropriate available resources
Process and maintain appropriate records related to cash receipts in a timely manner
Researching requested documents and providing assistance to AP, AR and Finance Teams as needed
Working on projects involving spreadsheets and databases, reviewing data and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes
Reconciling and reporting discrepancies found in records
Complying with all applicable company policies and procedures
Complying with rules and regulations governing state and federal payer programs
Other duties as assigned
What we need:
High school diploma or equivalent, with some college level credits in business/accounting courses required; Bachelor's degree preferred
Understands basic accounting principles
Ability to learn and utilize Accounting software
Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications
Strong attention to detail
Intermediate typing or data entry skill level
Self-motivated; able to keep track of due dates, prioritize tasks, and meet strict deadlines
Highly organized and must effectively function in a fast-paced environment
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills