ECCO Select is a talent acquisition and consulting company specializing in people, process and technology solutions. We provide the talent behind the technology enabling our clients to achieve their goals. For more information about ECCO Select, visit us at www.eccoselect.com.

Position Title: Staff Accountant

Location Information 

Onsite – KC

Position Responsibilities:

As a Staff Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting healthcare and government program engagements by reviewing provider financial information, performing reimbursement calculations, conducting audits, and evaluating compliance with Medicaid and other government program requirements. Your work will include participating in all phases of the audit process, preparing documentation of findings, and working in accordance with accounting, regulatory, and professional standards. Key responsibilities include:

• Review Medicaid provider cost reports and related financial data for accuracy and compliance.
• Analyze healthcare provider financial information for accuracy, reasonableness, and adherence to program requirements.
• Perform reimbursement calculations in accordance with Medicaid and applicable government program standards.
• Conduct desk reviews and participate in on-site audits as needed.
• Manage all phases of assigned audits including planning, research, risk assessment, fieldwork, findings development, and reporting.
• Conduct research to determine compliance with relevant Medicaid, federal, state, and other government program regulations.
• Interpret and apply federal and state policies, regulations, and guidelines before and during audit engagements.
• Prepare detailed audit workpapers documenting procedures, scope, conclusions, and findings, ensuring all documentation meets professional standards.
• Maintain audit workpapers in compliance with Medicaid, government program requirements, and relevant professional standards (including AICPA standards).
• Develop clear, well-supported written documentation for professional judgments, findings, and recommendations.
• Gather, organize, analyze, and accurately report financial and operational information.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and enhancements to documentation and analytical methods.
• Maintain secure and confidential electronic documentation of all work performed.
• Safeguard the security and confidentiality of protected health information and other sensitive data.
• Effectively manage multiple assignments, priorities, and deadlines.
• Perform additional related responsibilities as assigned.

Essential Skills, Experience

• Strong accounting and financial analysis skills, with the ability to evaluate financial records, identify discrepancies, risks, and potential compliance issues.
• Proficient in audit planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, documentation, and reporting.
• Experience performing reimbursement calculations and financial data analysis, preferably in a healthcare or government program context.
• Strong research and analytical abilities, particularly in interpreting statutory, regulatory, and policy requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to explain financial analyses and audit findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to compile thorough, accurate, and compliant documentation that meets professional standards, including knowledge of AICPA standards.
• Ability to protect sensitive and confidential information in compliance with privacy and security regulations.
• Organizational skills with a high attention to accuracy and detail.
• Capacity to manage multiple assignments and prioritize tasks under competing deadlines.
• Flexibility and adaptability to shifting project requirements and deadlines.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of an engagement team.
• High degree of professionalism and ethical conduct.
• Willingness and ability to travel based on client and business needs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a closely related field required.
• Master’s degree in Accounting or a related field preferred.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
• Internship or professional experience in accounting, auditing, healthcare reimbursement, or a related area preferred.
• Experience with healthcare auditing, financial data analysis, and knowledge of Medicaid, Medicare, or other government healthcare program requirements is a plus.
• Familiarity with provider cost report reviews and reimbursement-related financial information preferred.
• Experience with compliance, financial, or operational audits desired.

ECCO Select is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Our policy is to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Veterans of our United States Uniformed Services are specifically encouraged to apply for ECCO Select opportunities.

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