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The Arc of Northwest Wayne County
Claims Processor/Accounting Assistant
Job Description

Nature of Work
Claims Processor responsibilities are to support the activities of The Arc of Northwest Wayne County’s Fiscal Intermediary Services and general office operations.

Responsibilities and Skills
Include but not limited to all the following:

• Uphold The Arc of Northwest Wayne County’s policies and procedures.
• Perform tasks that support the goals and objectives of The Arc of Northwest Wayne County’s mission through its operations.
• Perform tasks that support successful implementation of The Arc of Northwest Wayne County’s Fiscal Intermediary Services and office operations including but not limited to:

o Support office operations including but not limited to: answering the telephone, filing, organizing files/paperwork, and maintaining a presentable office and work space.
o Submit Medicaid claims and maintain and organize required documents and reports.
o Gather and update data information for reports and contractual requirements as needed.
o Perform bookkeeping duties supporting Fiscal Intermediary Services.
o Reconcile remittance and FI reports.
o Produce revenue and expense reports.
o Maintain records of clients using respite care services and submit requests for authorizations.
o Monitor and improve reporting formats.
o Monitor, improve and organize filing systems.
o Professionally interact with parties regarding required paperwork, logs, or reports.
o Demonstrate good writing skills and grammar.
o Coordinate information and schedules.
o Attend appropriate trainings, workshops, and conferences to obtain information that will expand your skills and knowledge base.
o Perform all other tasks as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities
• Ability to organize your own work.
• Attention to detail and excellent accuracy.
• Ability to manage time well and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Ability to think outside the box and problem solve collaboratively.
• Willingness to work with various organizational programs and services.
• Ability to follow directions and accept supervision.
• Ability to accept, respect and appropriately interact with people who have developmental disabilities.
• Presume competence and ability in all individuals and demonstrate this philosophy by example.

Required Education and Experience
 College degree and/or related work experience required. QuickBooks, Excel experience
and general computer skills A MUST.
 You must have your own method of transportation to and from work.


The Arc of Northwest Wayne County is a non-profit organization that creates inclusive communities for people with developmental disabilities through advocacy, support, and information. The organization is seeking someone with a passion for this mission to join our dynamic staff team as a Claim Processor/Accounting Assistant. This position supports the activities of The Arc of Northwest Wayne County’s Fiscal Intermediary services. Responsibilities include entering and adjudicating claims, reconciling remittance reports, and collaboration with the fiscal team. This is a fulltime, 40 hours/week position. To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to Gretchen Sanewsky, Executive Director, at gsanewsky@thearcnw.org. The full job description can be found on The Arc NW website: www.thearcnw.org on the home page under News and Events.