Accounting Technician II
Salary
$31,111.11 - $46,713.13 Annually
Location
25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9429-0301-20260722HS
Department
0301 - HEALTH BOARD
Opening Date
07/22/2026
Closing Date
7/29/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$31,111.11
Agency Maximum Salary
$46,713.13
About the Agency
The Mississippi State Department of Health's mission is to protect and advance the health, well-being, and safety of everyone in Mississippi. Questions about this position can be directed to recruitment@msdh.ms.gov.
About the Position
This is a Time-Limited position that will serve as an Accounting Technician/Data assigned to the Center for Lifespan Health and Wellness/MS- BCCP. Main duties include, but are not limited to: Examines and verifies complex forms, reports, or records for accuracy and completeness. Pursues missing or incomplete documentation from providers promptly. Keys patient encounter assessment. diagnosis. claims. payment requests, and other data into the Catalyst database. Prepares generated payment requests from Catalyst, attach with the claims to be entered and uploaded into the sandbox of the F&A accounting software system for payment to the Fee-For Service Providers. Promptly sends refund checks to F &A to be deposit to program account. Completes deliverables assigned from program/grant work plan(s) and routinely reports on results. Manage assignments assigned by supervisor and other duties as assigned regarding billing and reimbursement procedures.
What youll need to be Successful
The candidate should have good time management and organizational skills. Candidate should be able to work autonomously and with a team. Attention to detail and strong technical writing skills are essential. Skills in medical record review, data entry, filing, presentation/slideshow development, teaching/education, public speaking, networking/collaboration, responsive/timely customer service, claims adjustment practices, medical billing/coding/CPT, accounting.
Preferred Qualifications
Typically requires a High School Diploma or high school equivalency and 1-3 years of experience.
No available description
Health/Prescription Insurance
Eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.
Wellness Benefits
Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.
Life Insurance
All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee's annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.
Optional Insurances
Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.
Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave
Full-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave. Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued. Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.
Military Leave
In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.
Holidays
Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation's celebrations with family and friends.
Retirement Programs
The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State's retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information regarding the State's retirement program can be found at http://www.pers.state.ms.us
Deferred Compensation
State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.
State Credit Union
All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees' Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call 601.948.8191.
Tuition Reimbursement
Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.
Career Development and Training
The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.
Promotional Opportunities
Employees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.
Career Ladders
Many job classifications provide career-ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual's salary, provided funds are available within the agency.
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Employer State of Mississippi
Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
Phone 601-359-1406
601-359-1406