Government Coding Jobs in Missouri (NOW HIRING)

Government Employees Health Association, Inc. (G.E.H.A) is a nonprofit member association that provides health and dental benefits that millions of federal employees and retirees, military retirees and their families have counted on since 1937. Offering one of the largest health and dental benefit provider networks available to federal employees in the United States, G.E.H.A empowers health and wellness by meeting its members where they are, when they need care.

G.E.H.A has one mission: To empower federal workers to be healthy and well.

Perform multiple accounting support functions, such as compiling, sorting, and preparing documents and reports, issuing bills and invoices, calculating and verifying debit and credit amounts, and posting transactions to appropriate accounts. Ensure the appropriate filing and maintenance of accounting records. Input data into financial systems and reconcile reports. Create and produce reports and assist accountants on special projects as necessary.SKILLS

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Reviews invoices for proper account coding and ensures proper approval level. Ensures sufficient supporting documentation (e.g. capital request, purchase order, packing slip) accompanies invoice.
Enters invoices and check requests in computerized accounting system. Reviews invoices for sales and use tax requirements. Recalculates tax on invoice for verification. Prepares accounts payable vouchers for ACH payments and for manual checks for Accounting Supervisor's review. Transmits Positive Pay file to bank for all accounts payable checks issued.
identifies new vendors, obtaining information for SBA and IRS requirements. Maintains current vendor SBA and W-9 files. Performs TIN (Tax Identification Number) matching on the IRS website for all new W-9's.
Reviews travel advance log. Notifies Supervisor, Accounting of delinquent or outstanding advances.
Researches and completes assigned special projects.
Maintains current Account Payable Technician Procedures Manual.
Maintains current accounts payable vendor files with paid invoices.
Processes and audits employee and Board of Directors' travel and expense reports for proper account coding and compliance.
Reconciles monthly credit card statements to travel and expense reports.
Assists employees with travel expense reporting and travel policy.

REQUIREMENTS & EDUCATION

High school diploma or equivalent
Requires three years of accounting or related experience
Proficiency with Excel
Works under limited supervision with latitude for independent judgment.
Performs complex tasks and completes assignments with little or no assistance. Fully proficient in discipline.

Must reside in the Kansas City metro area and be able to come into the office once a week for related tasks.

Work-at-home requirements

• Must have the ability to provide a non-cellular High Speed Internet Service such as Fiber, DSL, or cable Modems for a home office.

• A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 30x5 (30mpbs download x 5mpbs upload) is required.

• Latency (ping) response time lower than 80 ms

• Hotspots, satellite and wireless internet service is NOT allowed for this role.

• A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information

How we value you

• Competitive pay/salary ranges

• Incentive plan

• Health/Vision/Dental benefits effective day one

• 401(k) retirement plan: company match - dollar for dollar up to 4% employee contribution (pretax or Roth options) plus a 6% annual company contribution

• Robust employee well-being program

• Paid Time Off

• Personal Community Enrichment Time

• Company-provided Basic Life and AD&D

• Company-provided Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Assistance Program

While this is a remote opportunity, at this time G.E.H.A does not hire employees from U.S. territories or the following states: Alaska, Hawaii, California, Washington, Oregon, Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, New York, Connecticut, Vermont, Pennsylvania, Maine.

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. G.E.H.A considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

The target hiring range for this position is $49,102 - $62,117 USD. At G.E.H.A, the current maximum salary for this role is $69,216 USD. While initial compensation may vary based on experience and qualifications, there is a path to work toward this top rate through performance and continued growth within the organization.

G.E.H.A is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which means we will not discriminate against any individual based on sex, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, age, military status, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity, and sexual orientation, as well as all other characteristics and qualities protected by federal, state, or local law. G.E.H.A will not discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their compensation or the compensation of another employee or applicant. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

G.E.H.A is headquartered in Lee's Summit, Missouri, in the Kansas City area. We recognize the importance of balance and flexibility and offer hybrid and work-from-home options for many of our roles.