Staff Accountant

CBIZ•Cranford, NJ

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Accountant performs Medicaid provider cost report reviews, charity care patient file reviews at New Jersey hospitals, health care provider financial analysis, reimbursement calculations, desk reviews, and on-site audits. The role conducts all phases of audits, including planning and research, risk assessment, fieldwork, and reporting. It also reviews relevant federal and state policies and regulations, documents audit scope and findings, and maintains secure, confidential handling of protected health information and thorough electronic records.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Well organized, with accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to multitask effectively, plan efficiently, manage multiple deadlines, and prioritize assignments.
Proficient use of applicable technology, specifically Microsoft Office applications such as Excel and Word.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in accounting or a related field.
CPA or CPA candidate.
Internship or equivalent working experience in accounting or a related field.
Experience with health care auditing and data analysis.
Ability to review statutory, regulatory, or other policy language and apply requirements.

Responsibilities

Perform reviews of Medicaid provider cost reports.
Conduct on-site reviews of charity care patient files at New Jersey hospitals.
Analyze health care provider financial information and perform reimbursement calculations.
Prepare written documents supporting professional decisions.
Conduct desk reviews and various on-site audits.
Research billing and reimbursement compliance with relevant Medicaid or other government program regulations.
Conduct all phases of audits, including planning and research, risk assessment, fieldwork, reporting of findings, and other required procedures.
Review applicable federal and state policies and regulations for each audit type before performing the audit.
Prepare working papers documenting audit scope and findings in accordance with Medicaid or other government program regulations and AICPA standards.
Demonstrate excellence in communication, data gathering, analysis, reporting, and process improvement.
Maintain security and confidentiality of protected health information when analyzing material.
Maintain thorough electronic documentation.
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.