Bookkeeper
Richmond Heights, OH - USA
Job Summary
Accounts Payable & Bookkeeping Specialist
Position Summary
We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Benefit Payment Specialist to join our Benefits Administrative Services team. This position is primarily responsible for processing and issuing benefit payments to clients accurately and in a timely manner. The ideal candidate will possess strong attention to detail organizational skills and the ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
- Process and issue benefit checks and payments to clients
- Review payment requests and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness
- Verify client information and payment amounts
- Maintain accurate records of payments transactions and client files
- Research and resolve payment discrepancies or client inquiries
- Assist with reconciling payment reports and financial records
- Handle accounts payable functions for several different companies
- Post Checks to the general ledger account and reconcile bank accounts
- Ensure compliance with company policies procedures and confidentiality standards
- Communicate professionally with internal departments and clients regarding payment status or issues
- Support additional administrative and clerical functions as needed
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Previous experience in payment processing accounts payable accounts receivable banking insurance benefits administration bookkeeping or administrative support preferred
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Proficient in Microsoft Office especially Excel and data entry systems
- Proficient in Peachtree / Sage 50
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Reliable attendance and professional communication skills
Preferred Skills
- Experience working in a fast-paced office environment
- Strong problem-solving and reconciliation abilities
- Ability to manage repetitive tasks with consistency and accuracy
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
Schedule
- Full-time
- Monday Friday
- 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
We are looking for someone who is reliable organized and takes pride in producing accurate work while supporting clients and internal teams efficiently and professionally.