Baljit Dhesi
Piscataway,New Jersey
Summary
Experienced accountant with a strong background in audit preparation, financial reporting, and payroll management. Known for improving processes and enhancing cash flow through strategic financial analysis and recommendations. Dedicated to maintaining high standards in all aspects of financial operations
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Manager
Law Office of Thomas V Allen
South Plainfield, New Jersey
05.2019 - Current
- Prepared financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, delivering insights on organizational performance.
- Strengthened vendor relationships by executing accounts payable and receivable tasks while maintaining cash flow.
- Streamlined invoicing workflows, leading to improved processing times and cash flow management.
- Ensured integrity of financial records by analyzing and reconciling monthly bank statements.
- Maintained compliance during year-end closing by generating adjusting journal entries based on reviewed financial data.
- Managed payroll operations, focusing on accuracy in employee payments and tax compliance.
- Led budget discussions with management, providing strategic recommendations for optimizing fiscal strategies.
- Implemented innovative accounting software transition to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial processes.
Billing Manager
AQ Imaging LLC
10.2018 - 04.2019
- Oversaw billing operations for medical imaging services, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Analyzed billing data to identify trends and optimize workflow processes.
- Facilitated timely claims processing to enhance revenue cycle performance.
- Created monthly financial reports summarizing metrics, including denials and payment lag time.
- Maintained current knowledge of healthcare regulations affecting billing practices.
- Reviewed claims prior to submission to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Monitored weekly accounts receivable reports to guarantee timely insurer payments.
Billing Manager
Mobility Clinic Prosthetics & Orthotics & Ideal Healthcare
04.2016 - 07.2018
- Coordinated the process of obtaining referrals and pre-authorizations to streamline patient care.
- Executed verification of patient eligibility and benefits for medical procedures and hospital admissions, ensuring accurate billing and minimizing claim denials.
- Identified and rectified inaccuracies in patient bills by gathering missing information, enhancing billing integrity and patient satisfaction.
- Utilized billing software to meticulously prepare, review, and transmit claims, ensuring compliance with processing standards.
- Monitored unpaid claims and addressed issues to uphold compliance with billing cycle timelines and enhance cash flow.
- Analyzed each insurance payment for precision, verifying adherence to established discount contracts.
- Investigated payment discrepancies by communicating with insurance companies to uphold financial accuracy.
- Analyzed patient accounts to identify and address outstanding insurance follow-up requirements.
- Reviewed denied claims and developed appeal strategies that increased approval rates and improved reimbursement timelines.
- Achieved accurate financial oversight by updating cash spreadsheets and producing timely collection reports.
- Identified and addressed billing concerns through detailed research and effective problem-solving strategies.
Office Medical Biller
Center for Advanced Pain Management
10.2014 - 04.2016
- Executed assessments of patient eligibility and coverage benefits, ensuring precise claim submissions.
- Worked alongside physicians to meticulously assign ICD-10 diagnostic codes, enhancing insurance reimbursement efficiency.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to enhance documentation standards, ensuring accuracy in billing.
- Evaluated insurance company denials by reviewing patient files and researching procedures and diagnostic codes for appropriate reimbursement.
- Analyzed existing workflows and introduced improvements that led to a significant decrease in claim denial occurrences.
- Analyzed and corrected inconsistencies in billing statements to maintain compliance with financial standards.
- Led team projects to enhance compliance with healthcare regulations and best practices.
Accountant
G M Enterprises
07.2005 - 06.2014
- Maintained accurate financial records for accounts payable and receivable.
- Processed payroll and ensured timely employee compensation.
- Assisted in budget preparation and expense tracking activities.
- Created detailed spreadsheets using advanced formulas and functions in Excel.
- Researched and resolved payment discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Prepared financial reports to management on a weekly basis.
Education
Medical Billing and Coding - Medical Insurance Billing
Middlesex County College, Edison, NJ, US
Edison, NJAssociate of Arts - Accounting And Finance
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJSkills
- Accounts receivable analysis
- Financial consolidation
- QuickBooks proficiency
- Payroll accuracy
- Microsoft Office expertise
- Tax preparation
- Effective communication
- Financial statement preparation
Timeline
Accounting Manager
Law Office of Thomas V Allen
05.2019 - Current
Billing Manager
AQ Imaging LLC
10.2018 - 04.2019
Billing Manager
Mobility Clinic Prosthetics & Orthotics & Ideal Healthcare
04.2016 - 07.2018
Office Medical Biller
Center for Advanced Pain Management
10.2014 - 04.2016
Accountant
G M Enterprises
07.2005 - 06.2014
Medical Billing and Coding - Medical Insurance Billing
Middlesex County College, Edison, NJ, US
Associate of Arts - Accounting And Finance
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey