Accounting Clerk - Accounts Receivable

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Company Description Halton Healthcare’s vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers. We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always! At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with ‘exemplary patient care, always’ at the heart of everything we do. We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve. Halton Healthcare takes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities. As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we are committed to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care. Job Description This position is responsible for accounts receivable related administrative functions, including billing preparation, contacting delinquent accounts, reviewing reports and posting charges, communicating with patients and processing payments, filing and other clerical duties, and other duties as assigned. This is what you'll be doing:  Liaise with internal departments and extended health insurance companies to support claim processing and follow-up regarding payment status Prepare and mail invoices to patients Review reports and post charges daily to patient accounts Identify and resolve payment discrepancies Review delinquent accounts and contact patients to secure payment Create and maintain reports, spreadsheets and files Handle in-person, phone, voicemail, fax, and email patient inquiries Process payments, and support the billing and collections functions of all hospital sites Prepare bank deposits, and other related cashiering services Will perform other duties as required. Qualifications Halton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission, vision and values of accountability, respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviours and attitudes.   Post secondary accounting/finance courses and demonstrate a strong accounting knowledge Minimum 1-2 years accounting/finance experience Cashier or Call Centre experience considered an asset Demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize multiple projects with strict deadlines Proficiency in computers i.e. MS Office programs (Word, Excel, & Outlook) Excellent documentation abilities with attention to detail Proven interpersonal and communications skills across all levels of the organization with a customer service focus Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Demonstrate initiative and flexibility to meet departmental needs Previous health care accounting experience in a hospital environment is an asset Physically able to sit, stand, walk, occasional lift and/or carry approximately 20lbs Satisfactory employment and attendance record Additional Information Hours: Monday to Friday - Various rotating day shifts; between 0800 - 1600 (Hours are subject to change based on operational requirements) Salary: $31.147 to $38.907 per hour Date revised & reposted: June 4, 2026 Internal applications due by: June 11, 2026 REF3610G Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we'd like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting. Please note that while this job is posted on Halton Healthcare's career page, it may also appear on third-party job boards. These external platforms may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence, for candidate screening and matching. We do not control or influence these processes. To ensure your application is reviewed by our team, we recommend applying directly through our Halton Healthcare careers site. We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted. Halton Healthcare is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation. The Ontario Public Hospitals Act mandates that hospitals establish health surveillance programs for all individuals working within the hospital. This regulation requires proof of immunity for certain diseases and as a result, Halton Healthcare requires all new hires to receive pre-employment medical clearance by our Health, Safety & Wellness team, prior to their start date, as a condition of employment. This includes demonstrating compliance with Halton Healthcare’s Immunization Policies. All new hires must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment with Halton Healthcare. Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a documented medical exemption as part of the hiring process. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.