The Reimbursement Analyst works under the supervision of the Accounting Manager and is responsible for understanding and preparing all data utilized in preparing the cost report, as well as determining the monthly amount due to or from Medicare. The Reimbursement Analyst will be the point of contact for Medicare audits. The incumbent will also assist with various other accounting and general ledger duties, including assisting the Accounting Manager, Controller, and Vice President of Finance with monthly closings, and other special projects. The Financial Analyst shall be a subject matter expert in the use of accounting systems and have expertise in the use of spreadsheets and databases surrounding the accounting applications.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Prepare schedules annually used by a consultant to prepare the cost report; ensure data properly maintained throughout the year
- Calculate the amount due to or from Medicare on a monthly basis
- Coordinate the Medicare and other State or Federal agency cost report audits, providing supporting documentation, reviewing audit adjustments, and responding to audit findings in a timely and efficient manner
- Coordinate and understand the technical positions/arguments communicated to Medicare and other State or Federal agencies’ auditors to support positions taken on the organization cost report, or other required reporting
- Update, review, and maintain supporting documentation for the Medicare settlements according to standardized policies and procedures to properly reflect the financial reporting of third party balances
- Provide projections and analysis of impact of operational changes on our cost report
- Analyze data and makes recommendations to Vice President of Finance on how to maximize reimbursement.
- Review the reasonableness of standard acquisition costs throughout the year
- Prepare and maintain documentation for policies and procedures of preparing the cost report
- Provide support to Accounting and Finance department by preparing and updating excel schedules utilized in the preparation of general ledger support or activities
- Assists the Accounting Manager with projects as needed.
Secondary Job Functions:
(Although the following job functions have been identified as “secondary”, any employee capable of performing the “secondary” job functions is expected to do so.)
1. Produces reports as needed or requested.
2. Copies and distributes pertinent information to leadership and/or staff.
3. Attends meetings as required and participate on committees as directed.
Physical Environment/Working Conditions:
Location: Corporate Office
Travel: Rarely required to travel by personal auto or air to meeting sites and other locations.
Work Hours: Exempt employees shall be paid an established salary on a bi-weekly basis and are expected to fulfill the duties of their position regardless of hours worked. The Workweek for full-time exempt is normally considered to be 40 hours; however, greater emphasis is placed on meeting the responsibilities assigned to the position than on working a specific number of hours. Exempt employees are not eligible to receive overtime compensation. Must be available evenings, holidays and weekends as required.
Job Qualifications and Requirements:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting or finance from an accredited four-year college or university required.
Experience: A minimum of four years in a reimbursement role required.
Certification/License: OneLegacy requires employees to maintain a current California driver’s license and current vehicle insurance. Please refer to OneLegacy’s Policy HR108 - Licensure and Certification for insurance coverage requirements.
Equipment: Reliable automotive transportation required.
Salary Range:
$109,400-$120,900