Senior Billing Specialist, Private Pay
Life Care Services • Des Moines, IA • Full Time
Posted on Tue, Jun 23, 2026
Responsible for billing the community residents while assuring that Community Finance’s quality control best practices are in place and being followed.
Experience is Everything.
At LCS, experience is everything. We provide you the opportunity to use your talents in a progressive, growing organization that makes a positive difference in the lives of the seniors we serve. If you are seeking an organization that gives back, you’ll love working here. Our principles and hospitality promises define our company culture. LCS employees can be found participating in volunteer activities, getting involved in our committees or collaborating with team members in our innovative workspace. You’ll find several opportunities to grow as a professional, serve the community, and enhance the lives of seniors.
What You’ll Do:
- Generates and reviews monthly private pay and Medicaid resident billing
- Prepares and submits Medicaid claims
- Monitors all Medicaid claim processes to bring A/R balance to zero
- Processes cash receipts
- Tracks cash receipts on individual community cash sheets
- Collaborates with the rest of the Community Finance team on daily tasks and month end close to ensure we are meeting deadlines and the needs of the customer
- Reconciles resident statements, researches and corrects discrepancies
- Balances, reviews, and runs reports, as requested
- Provides training and daily support for community staff (Executive Director, Business Office Manager, and other team members) related to billing processes and procedures
- Provides leadership and mentoring to other Accounts Payable Specialists
- Contributes as an active member of the Community Finance team by assisting co- workers with overloads as time permits and contributing to team projects
- Provides backup coverage when other team members are out of the office
- Completes special projects, as requested or assigned
What We’re Looking For:
- High school diploma
- 2-4 years of experience
- Familiarity with senior living industry preferred
- Proficient in data entry
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to interact with a wide range of people including field personnel and all levels of LCS personnel
- Analytical and problem-solving skills necessary to solve basic accounting problems
- Working knowledge of accounts payable systems
- Proficient with Microsoft products (Excel, Word, etc.)
- Solid understanding of customer service principles, and the ability to apply them
- Strong oral and written communication skills. Use of proper grammar, content, and identified standards/format
- Ability to handle multiple responsibilities, prioritize work schedules, and complete tasks by desired due dates
- Strong time management and organizational skills with willingness to work additional hours as needed to meet organizational deadlines
Why Join Us?
- Industry Leader.
- Inclusive & collaborative culture.
- Top Workplace USA.
- Top Workplace Iowa.
- Charity and community involvement.
- Outstanding advancement opportunities.
- Ongoing career development.
Benefits
Competitive pay, great benefits and vacation time. We are an equal opportunity employer with benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, disability, 401(K) with company match and paid parental leave.
Our Commitment
LCS creates living experiences that enhance the lives of seniors. You’ll see this commitment in our people. They’re talented, dedicated professionals who truly care about residents, with each conducting his or her work with integrity, honesty and transparency according to the principles of LCS. We strive to help every community succeed—strengthening available resources, establishing proven practices that lead to long-term growth and value for those living in, working for and affiliated with the community. Check us out on our website: https://www.lcsliving.com
Additional Information
Travel frequency: 0-10%
Estimated Salary: $44,000 - $55,000
The actual title & salary will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors.
A POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK, INCLUDING REFERENCES IS REQUIRED.
LCS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.