Staff Accountant

CBIZ•Austin, TX

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Accountant reviews Medicaid provider cost reports and analyzes health care provider financial information. The role performs reimbursement calculations, prepares written documentation supporting professional decisions, and conducts desk reviews and on-site audits. It conducts research to assess billing and reimbursement compliance with applicable Medicaid or other government program regulations. The position carries out all audit phases, including planning and research, risk assessment, fieldwork, and reporting findings. It reviews applicable federal and state policies and regulations before each audit and prepares working papers documenting audit scope and findings in accordance with applicable program regulations and AICPA standards. The Staff Accountant also maintains confidentiality and security of protected health information, keeps thorough electronic documentation, and supports strong communication, analysis, reporting, and process improvement. Other responsibilities may be assigned.

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 a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to multitask effectively through planning and efficiency.
Ability to 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.
Ability to travel based on client and business needs.

Responsibilities

Perform reviews of Medicaid provider cost reports.
Analyze health care provider financial information.
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 findings, and other required procedures.
Review applicable federal and state policies and regulations associated with 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 the security and confidentiality of protected health information when analyzing material.
Maintain thorough electronic documentation.
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.