Staff Auditor/Accountant at Myers and Stauffer LC in Kansas City, Missouri

Job Description:

Myers and Stauffer LC is a certified public accounting and health care reimbursement consulting firm, specializing in audit, accounting, data management and consulting services to government-sponsored health care programs (primarily state Medicaid agencies, and the federal Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services). We have 45+ years of experience assisting our government clients with complex health care reimbursement and provider compliance issues, operate 20 offices and have over 900 associates nationwide.


At Myers and Stauffer, you will have a career that is rewarding while also supporting our state and federal government healthcare clients that focus on those in need. We are committed to providing our employees with professional growth and development opportunities, a diverse, dynamic, challenging work environment, and a strong and visionary leadership team.


What We Offer:

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance along with other competitive employee benefits


• Vacation time, sick time, paid holidays, and two floating holidays


• Paid Parental Leave and available support resources


• 401K with company matching for eligible employees


• Tuition reimbursement, referral bonuses, paid volunteer community service time, mentor program, and a variety of other employee programs and perks


• A combination of technical and leadership development training at each career milestone


• Up to six counseling sessions per year for eligible employees through our Employee Assistance Program

Position Overview:


The Staff Auditor/Accountant will perform reviews of Medicaid provider cost reports, analyze health care provider financial information, perform reimbursement calculations; and prepare written documents supporting professional decisions. Training in the government health industry is provided so employees can feel confident working on client projects within their first 30 days.


Essential Functions:

• Conduct desk reviews and various on-site audits


• Conduct research in order to determine billing and reimbursement compliance with relevant Medicaid or other government program regulations


• Conduct all phases of the audit including planning and research, risk assessment, fieldwork, reporting of findings, and other procedures as required


• Review applicable Federal and State policies and regulations associated with each specific audit type prior to performing the audit


• Prepare working papers to document scope and findings of audit in accordance with Medicaid or other government program regulations and AICPA standards


• Demonstrate excellence in communication skills, data gathering, analysis, reporting, and process improvement


• Maintain security and confidentiality of all protected health information when analyzing material


• Maintain thorough electronic documentation


• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required; Master's degree in accounting or related field preferred


• Minimum GPA of 3.25 preferred


• CPA or CPA candidate preferred


• Internship or equivalent working experience in accounting or related field preferred


• Experience with health care auditing and data analysis preferred


• Ability to review statutory/regulatory or other policy language and apply requirements


• Strong analytical and problem solving skills


• Strong verbal and written communication skills


• Well organized with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail


• Effectively multi-task with planning and efficiency


• Must be able to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize assignments


• Proficient use of applicable technology; specifically Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, etc.)


• Must be able to travel based on client and business needs

The Team:
Myers and Stauffer takes pride in the welcoming and collaborative culture we have throughout our offices. For this position, the employee will report to one of our Managers or Senior Managers on the Cost Report/DSH engagement team.


Work Style:
Our general business hours are Monday through Friday 8am-5pm, but can vary based on business needs. Dependent on performance, our in-office associates are eligible for a hybrid work schedule after their initial 90-day training period. As a company, we are always willing to discuss potential flexibility that an employee may need to better suit their work-life wellbeing.


Typical Interview Process:

• Phone Screen with a Recruiter


• In person or remote interview with the hiring manager & team


• Hiring decision and job offer

We understand that changing or learning a new industry can discourage strong candidates from applying. Myers and Stauffer is committed to investing in your career development and providing the necessary resources to help you succeed. Please do not hesitate to apply, as you may be the right fit for this position or another position we have open.


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