Accounting Specialist Salary in Des Moines, IA

Job Description Summary Provides oversight, guidance, and analysis to determine customer credit worthiness and manage the customer onboarding process. Directly manages team of Accounts Recievable Specialists and provides assistance in research, escalations, and root cause analysis for collection issues. Liases between sales operations and invoicing teams to drive efficiencies, improve customer interactions, and automate activities. Reports on metrics and goals to senior management. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Credit Management: Establishes customer credit limits in line with company policies and procedures, including but not limited to, analyzing financial statements, credit references, and 3rd party credit reports for new and existing customers. Provides customer support for external financing transactions. Monitors, measures, and adjusts credit departmental reporting for accuracy, timeliness and effectiveness. Manages customer PO compliance, billing portals, and overall customer account maintenance. Maintains and adjusts (as necessary) all policies and procedures related to credit and collections from internal and external audit perspective.Collections Management: Manages end-to-end collections process collaborating with Sales Operations, Sales Management, Invoicing, and Accounting teams. Coordinates and reviews all collection reporting to ascertain status of collection and outstanding balances, working with each team member to maximize collections and reduce past due balances. Maintains accurate records, completes research, communicates, and resolves issues regarding status of collections on accounts. Connects with customers to arrange payments or resolve issues preventing payments and escalating important issues to appropriate parties. Analyze data to develop and adopt an effective course of action to resolve order and invoice disputes. Provides weekly cash receipts projections to support cash forecast models. Reviews and approves all customer credits, rebills, and refunds prior to processing. Plans, organizes, and leads the work of others to ensure a realistically distributed work load and customer service-oriented communications and approach. Provides coaching and mentoring, motivation, strategy suggestions, and guidance to collections associates in a manner that encourages self-management and empowerment within policies and procedures in addition to strengthening knowledge base to allow good judgement. Creates, administers, and evaluates effectiveness of current collection policies and procedures. Keeps executive management aware of critical receivable accounts and past due issues and recommends approach to increase and maximize collections. Provides weekly and monthly management reporting of AR aging and collection trends. Supports wider finance department and ensures department goals (days sales outstanding, bad debt expense/write-offs, and delinquency percentages) are met. Helps create and maintain clear and concise communications between invoicing and credit/collections team, fostering positive and successful work environment between two areas.General Responsibilities: Demonstrates and actively promotes an understanding and commitment to the mission of Logicalis through performing behaviors consistent with the organization's values. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations as well as policies and procedures of Logicalis in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behaviors. Supports and conducts self in a manner consistent with customer service expectations.Supervisory Responsibilities Directly supervises collections team. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual should 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/Experience/Technical Requirements/Certifications Equivalent combination accepted. Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related field. Experience / Technical Requirements 5 years experience in commercial credit and collections, accounting, and management. Proficient use of all Microsoft Office applications. Certifications NoneOther Skills and Abilities Excellent communication skills - oral and written presentation abilities. Ability to motivate and lead. Works well under pressure. Excellent problem solving skills, along with advanced mathematical and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task and work in fast paced environment. Ability to communicate with senior management effectively and with ease. Collaborates well with team members and cross-departmentally, as well as externally. Detailed oriented.Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that should 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 constantly required to sit, talk, see, hear, and use hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand; move about, climb steps or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. Logicalis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to employ people who are qualified by reason of education, training, experience, and demonstrated performance. We value diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, marital status, age, height, weight, disability, veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by applicable federal or state laws. Salary Range: $70,500 - $91,500

Job Description?As the most senior professional, acts with considerable latitude regarding the best course of action for the business for the assigned commoditie(s). Leads cross functional teams to develop commodity strategies, category plans and forecasting to achieve total cost improvements, lead time reductions and coordination of purchases. Establishes and maintains working relationships with suppliers and continually develops lists of approved suppliers for use by the company based on an understanding of driving market forces. Aligns with supply chain and engineering groups to create and manage short- and long-term goals and mitigate any risk associated with the commodity. The position involves contact with the general public, suppliers, leadership and co-workers across the BHE businesses.Responsibilities?Prepare and initiate strategic and robust plans to ensure positive value through a systematic approach for a specific group of products. This includes inventory management, lead-time reductions, lower costs, risk reduction and quality assessments. Lead internal customers across multiple business units and affiliated companies to review complex material and service requirements and forecasts for assigned commodities and develop and follow a procurement strategy to meet those needs. Assist and advise departments in preparing harmonized and optimized specifications for all procurement activities including materials and services as requested and locating qualified sources for required materials and/or services. (45%) Negotiate and prepare contracts for significant projects and transactions of significant complexity or where significant variance from standard terms and conditions are required. (20%) Set procurement strategy for assigned commodities, including but not limited to: new supplier qualification, negotiation strategy, commodity index linking and management and forecasting. (15%) Analyze procurement activities and highly complex purchase requisitions to identify areas of strategic sourcing with a goal to maximize leverage, reduce the cost of goods and services, improve processes, and strengthen the company position when negotiating with suppliers and contractors. (5%) Expedite purchase orders as necessary and ensure appropriate personnel are informed of status. (5%) Implement beneficial procurement plans and aggregation activities with other Berkshire Hathaway Energy businesses. (5%) Lead sourcing events across multiple business units or across affiliated companies to a successful and timely conclusion in support of the strategic commodity plan. (5%) Design and provide customer assistance for any system or process sponsored by the procurement department. This can include training to co-workers within and outside the department. Establish and maintain effective work relationships within the department and the company. Administer supplier audits, site reviews and any supply breakdowns due to not meeting expectations agreed upon by supplier. Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned including duties of the buyer. May act on behalf of procurement leadership upon request. Provides functional leadership to buyers, procurement specialists and other supply chain staff.Qualifications?Bachelor's degree in engineering, business administration, supply chain management, finance or related field or equivalent work experience. (Typically six years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor's degree.) Five years of technical experience with the assigned commodity within a utility, manufacturing or industrial type company, including one year in a senior technical/ leadership role. Candidates who possess accredited purchasing/APICS/ISM certification, Lean/SixSigma experience and/or proven process improvement backgrounds will be preferred. Experience within purchasing, on-line requisitioning, on-line spend management systems and inventory systems will be preferred. Consistently practices effective communication skills including listening, verbal and writing skills to process information timely and accurately. Proven ability to negotiate and persuade. Excellent interpersonal skills, a customer service focus and the ability to work as a member in a team oriented environment. This includes the ability to provide instruction, guidance and information to others. Strong personal computer skills such as Word and Excel, plus basic knowledge and ability in software packages such as PowerPoint and Visio. The ability to create documents and maintain information in department-specific software packages. Proficiency in keying and software program features based on required assessments. Ability to read and interpret complex technical documents. Project management skills to plan workflow including an ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently, coordinate assignments and resolve conflicting demands. Demonstrated ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, the general public and employees at all levels. Ability to deal with abstract and concrete concepts and to define obscure and incomplete problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Effective analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills. Leadership skills to effectively resolve problems involving personnel, accounting, inventory and purchasing situations. Able to conceptualize and develop creative alternatives to problem resolution. Ability to travel overnight as required. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation. We celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. .JOB INFOJob Identification 10001079 Job Category Supply Chain Posting Date 04/15/2024, 10:32 PM Apply Before 05/19/2024, 10:32 PM Job Schedule Full time Job Shift Day Locations 4124 NW Urbandale Dr, Urbandale, IA, 50322, US Salary Range $100,700-$118,400 Business MidAmerican Energy Company PI239784224

Job DescriptionThis is a multi-level posting. Candidates may be considered for any of the posted levels, depending on their level of experience and depth of expertise.This position is responsible for providing leadership and technical deliverables in the design, development, testing, documentation, and implementation of system enhancements or new application development; leading the technical team and internal users in the identification of areas of application improvement; providing direction for methodology and process improvement initiatives; ensuring adherence by the team to team and organizational standards in day-to-day work; and providing support to users of the application.ResponsibilitiesLead the evaluation of user requests or design specifications for new or modified application functionality and estimate efforts required. Analyze, design, code, test, document, implement and maintain application changes. (35-70%) Lead the effort to provide technical support to system owners as well as other information technology groups to help ensure effectiveness of information technology systems in enabling Northern Natural Gas customers to conduct day-to-day businesses. The support includes, but is not limited to, answering customer questions, interpreting system functionalities, completing data requests, making emergency fixes and performing other critical support functions. (10-30%) Lead the effort to collaborate with end users to analyze and develop business requirements for business application enhancements and problem resolutions. (10-25%) Provide guidance and direction to team members as necessary in the completion of assigned projects. (5-20%) Participate in on-call rotation, including after hour and weekend support. (0-20%) Provide technical input to assist in development of project planning. (5%-10 %) Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned. (5-10%) Communications / Contacts Internal - IT management and staff; other Northern Natural Gas organizational groups External - Suppliers of products and servicesQualificationsBachelor's degree in information systems, computer science or related technical field; or equivalent work experience. (Typically six years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor's degree.) Six years or more of demonstrated experience in business analyst, programmer analyst and/or systems analyst role. Job-related experience (from options below) Knowledge of the gas industry is a plus. Experience with project methodologies including project management tools, estimating, and documentation of requirements, use cases and test plans. Effective oral and written communications skills, including presentation, training and interpersonal skills. Effective analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills. Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation. We celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.About UsMidAmerican Energy Company, a Midwest utility, provides regulated electric and natural gas service to more than 1.6 million customers in Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota. The company owns and operates a portfolio of power-generating assets, approximately 61% of which is wind generation.About the TeamAt MidAmerican Energy Company, we celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion. MidAmerican Energy Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.JOB INFOJob Identification 10001046 Job Category Information Technology Posting Date 04/23/2024, 06:26 PM Apply Before 06/01/2024, 06:25 PM Job Schedule Full time Locations 4299 NW Urbandale Drive, Urbandale, IA, 50322, US 6226 West Sahara Avenue, Las Vegas, NV, 89146, US Salary Range $100,700-$136,300 Business MidAmerican Energy Company PI239961354

Overview The PES Account Specialist is responsible for provider enrollment into Federal, State, and commercial health plans, correspondence with provider's office, gathering of provider data needed for enrollment, completion of provider applications and follow-up with health plans until provider is fully enrolled. Also, responsible for advising the provider's office concerning best practices and procedures pertaining to enrollment. This is a remote opportunity. Duties & Responsibilities Communicate & advise the provider or designated contact person of the paperwork necessary to begin the enrollment process for new providers, explaining timeline expectations Research payer requirements to gather all details to appropriately enroll provider Maintain contact with designated contact person to obtain application signatures and collect all required documents to include with the completed applications Key all provider demographics & enrollment data into software system Scan all related enrollment documents and applications into software system Contact health plans to request provider enrollment application packages and/or required action for enrollment and continue follow-up with insurance plans by telephone or email until all provider numbers are issued Prepare & distribute Payor Affiliation Reports and Status Notes to designated contact person(s) for each provider every 2-3 weeks in order to communicate the progress of approved provider numbers Ability to interact positively in a team environment, demonstrating superior teamwork skills Interacts professionally with Symplr staff and occasional interaction with outside organizations Verbal and communication skills are required to resolve issues Other duties as assigned Skills Required Ability to interact positively in a team environment, demonstrating superior teamwork and leadership skills Superior attention to detail and organizational skills Excellent time management skills, resource organization and priority establishment skills, and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment Ability to effectively interface and communicate, both written and verbal, with all levels inside and outside the company Ability to manage assigned projects individually, without supervision, and make independent decisions Consistently demonstrates flexibility, a customer-focus, terrific organizational skills and a passion for details Consistently meets project deadlines and communicates any projected delays with manager/director in advance of deadlines to ensure client needs are met Proficiency with credentialing systems and learns new systems/processes quickly Qualifications: Every organization has a culture, whether they mean to or not, so why not be intentional about it?Together, if we shape our intentions, actions, and interactions around a common, purposeful culture, we are able to quickly achieve more, attract others who help realize our goals, and thrive in our professional relationships. Bachelor's degree desired 2+ years in directly applicable experience in Payor/Provider Enrollment or Credentialing required Experience with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel Healthcare industry background is a plus MinUSD $20.00/Hr. MaxUSD $24.00/Hr.

Job DescriptionThe Customer Care and Technical Support Representative, Level 1 will be responsible for resolving technical issues and providing excellent customer service presented to the company through our support channels - phone, web, chat and email. Resolves issues and problems that are reported directly by the customers (parents and students) and is also responsible for escalating issues that were not resolvable by workflows to the appropriate Tiered support team with urgency. Issues that will be resolved include, but may not be limited to: technical assistance with the use of K12-provided equipment (desktops/laptops/monitors/printers), such as troubleshooting start-up/log-in issues, hardware damage, and software viruses; general application support with the K12 suite of learning systems and business applications; ordering/replacing materials and computer equipment. Certificates and Licenses: none requiredResidency Requirements: Remote Worker, U.S. residents of the 50 states, and D.C. NOTE: We anticipate this position will pay $16.50 per hour. This is a temporary/contractor role, and you will be an employee of Randstad.The Customer Care and Technical Support Representative, Level 1 will be responsible for resolving technical issues and providing excellent customer service presented to the company through our support channels - phone, web, chat and email. Resolves issues and problems that are reported directly by the customers (parents and students) and is also responsible for escalating issues that were not resolvable by workflows to the appropriate Tiered support team with urgency. Issues that will be resolved include, but may not be limited to: technical assistance with the use of K12-provided equipment (desktops/laptops/monitors/printers), such as troubleshooting start-up/log-in issues, hardware damage, and software viruses; general application support with the K12 suite of learning systems and business applications; ordering/replacing materials and computer equipment. Over 20 years ago, Stride was founded to provide personalized learning - powered by technology. We reached students where they were in their own journeys. We knocked down their barriers to great education. And we gave every learner equal opportunity to succeed - however they defined success. Stride innovated the learning experience with online and blended learning that prepared them for their lives ahead.Stride is a community of passionate leaders. Whether teachers, engineers, curriculum writers, or financial managers - whatever your expertise or role, we all work to empower futures through learning. And changing the trajectory of learning itself is one of our greatest missions. Join us in developing more effective ways to learn and helping learners build the skills and confidence they need to make their way forward in life.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.Respond to technical issues related to K12 proprietary systems, hardware, and software and networking both in written word and orally via telephone. Assist customers by diagnosing problems and providing resolutions for technical and service issues using troubleshooting techniques and tools to identify products/systems/hardware that are defective and follow guidelines in issuing service or replacements. Advise / educate customers within procedural guidelines to ensure a complete solution to their technical or service questions. Answer questions about installation, operation, configuration and usage of assigned equipment, documents and assigns customer problems for resolution using support ticketing and CRM software. Remain knowledgeable of K12's proprietary systems, various hardware product lines, current industry products and technologies. Escalate more complex issues with proprietary systems to next tiered support team with urgency and/or escalate more complex hardware equipment issues to manufacturer. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:High School Diploma OR Currently pursuing a BS/BA or MS/MA degree) OR Equivalent combination of education and experience System Requirements:Our work from home members are required to have and maintain High-speed internet connection. At the minimum 50Mbps download speed and 10Mbps upload speed, if not competing with other household users. For the sake of call quality, satellite, DSL, data plans, wireless or dial-up services are not compatible.Some Internet service providers enable what is called SIP ALG (Session Initiation Protocol Application Layer Gateway). This interferes with our systems and must be disabled by the provider.Ethernet connection is preferred.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Prior experience with K12/Stride Previous customer service work Previous experience in call-center environment Physical requirements: sedentary work, fluent typing, listening, speaking, extensive reading, repetitive motions, and extended computer usage. Thorough knowledge of home-based connectivity support Ability to work in high call volume environment Strong telephone and email etiquette Strong verbal and written communication skills Own or have daily access to a smart device where Apps can be downloaded/accessed (i.e., phone, tablet) Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during our hours of operation Attend virtual training via web cam Expertise in PC and Internet applications and use Ability to communicate with customers effectively through various communication channels, such as: phone, voicemail, email, chat, etc. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) Proficiency in web-based applications (Salesforce experience a plus) Consultative approach to customer service Strong problem solving and analytical skills with a solutions-oriented approach Ability to work both independently and within a team-oriented environment Resilient and contributes to fostering positive team morale Ability to prioritize effectively and manage competing priorities to deliver and drive results Ability to own and execute projects Ability to respond appropriately to feedback and guidance Detail-oriented Expertise in Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 10 and XP Operating Systems High level of quality and accountability for work product Ability to travel 10% of the time (minimal if any e.g. team building activity) Ability to clear required background check Compensation & Benefits: Stride, Inc. considers a person's education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee's salary level. Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position's level and expected contribution, and the employee's benefits elections. Offers will typically be in the bottom half of the range.We anticipate this position will pay $16.50 per hour. This is a temporary/contractor role and you will be an employee of Randstad. This salary is not guaranteed, as an individual's compensation can vary based on several factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions. Randstad offers a robust benefits package for eligible employees that can include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.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.This is a remote, work-from-home (WFH), position and open to residents of the U.S. 50 states and D.C.The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is "at-will" as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the "at-will" nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.Job TypeContractorThe above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is "at-will" as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the "at-will" nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.Stride, Inc. is a Federal Contractor, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status age, or genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Excellent lifestyle firm in Long Beach, CA seeking a midlevel attorney with 3+ years of experience in real estate and environmental law. This is a jack-of-all-trades role focused on transactional, litigation, and regulatory matters.The firm has a stellar reputation of being a wonderful place to work with a strong focus on work-life balance and associate development.This position focuses on:Investigating environmental matters related to real estate transactionsAdvise on compliance with land use issuesParticipate in litigation matters arising from real estate transactions, environmental issues, and land useWorking on real estate transactionsWorking under federal and state environmental and land use schemes including air, water, polluted sites, regulatory reporting, and moreBeat the LA traffic. The Long Beach office is part of a newer CA expansion and is largely remote. Annual billable hour requirements is 1750 with a built-in bonus for achievement. The pay range is listed and is lock-step.This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants to enjoy flexibility, more time to themselves, and be a ground member of a multi-office west coast law firm.Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.If you would like to complete our voluntary self-identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser: https://jobs.beaconhillstaffing.com/eeoc/Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records.Company Profile:Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.Learn more about Beacon Hill Staffing Group and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.beaconhillstaffing.com .We look forward to working with you.Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)