Accounts Receivable Manager

Accounts Receivable (AR) Manager — Hybrid (North Phoenix) | $75,000–$80,000 | Direct Hire | M–F
Third-Party Recruiter Posting | Confidential Healthcare Client
We’re partnering with a respected healthcare organization in North Phoenix seeking an Accounts Receivable (AR) Manager to lead A/R operations, improve collections performance, and drive timely, accurate reimbursement. This direct-hire, hybrid opportunity is ideal for a hands-on leader who can coach teams, manage payer escalation, and strengthen denial/appeals processes.
What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)

• Lead day-to-day medical accounts receivable operations, ensuring strong follow-up, resolution, and reimbursement outcomes
• Oversee and optimize workflows related to payment posting, adjustments, denials management, and appeals
• Ensure correct application and governance of contractual/non-contractual adjustments and bad debt codes
• Monitor and address underpayments/low reimbursements, determining when payer escalation or appeals are required
• Guide the team in researching and resolving denials using EOBs and A/R reports, payer rules, and contract/coding guidelines
• Support and/or oversee preparation of written appeals, documentation, corrections, and claim resubmissions
• Partner cross-functionally (billing, coding, front office, leadership) to remove barriers and prevent recurring issues
• Review suspended/problem claims and ensure timely correction and release
• Improve accuracy of insurance verification/updates and appropriate redirection of charges
• Oversee the identification and processing of refunds to patients and payers
• Maintain accountability for daily/weekly reporting, batch balancing, discrepancy resolution, and A/R aging priorities
• Establish and track team performance metrics (e.g., denial turnaround, aging trends, appeal outcomes) and implement process improvements
• Maintain compliance with applicable billing/coding updates and internal policies
• Handle escalated payer and patient billing issues when needed
• Support hiring, training, coaching, and ongoing development of A/R staff

What We’re Looking For

• Leadership experience in healthcare A/R (including denials, appeals, payments, and adjustments)
• Strong understanding of payer behavior, EOB analysis, and reimbursement drivers
• Ability to lead through data: A/R aging trends, denial categories, underpayment patterns
• Confident communicator who can work across departments and handle escalations professionally
• Process-improvement mindset with a hands-on approach

Compensation & Schedule

• Salary Range: $75,000–$80,000 (depending on experience)
• Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
• Schedule: Monday–Friday
• Location: Hybrid (North Phoenix)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• 401k match available
• Paid Time Off

Pay Details: $75,000.00 to $80,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Gabrielle Hernandez

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