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Overview
The Division of Rate Setting (DRS) within the
Department of Vermont Health Access (DVHA) has an immediate opening
for an energetic and talented full-time Health Facility Auditor II. If
you’re looking for a great work life balance this auditor position may
be for you? Do you enjoy diving into audited financial statements
autonomously as well as continuing to grow your accounting and
financial knowledge? Are you looking for meaningful collaboration with
other friendly auditors and a work environment passionate for
continual improvement? This may be the best fit for you.
A
working knowledge of Accounting practices and/or Auditing practices
are key to being successful in this position, as well as a willingness
to learn and grow!
The Health Facility Auditor position has
the following responsibilities:
· Performs review of cost reports
submitted by nursing facilities to determine allowable costs for
Medicaid reimbursement and ensuing rate.
· Apply the State and
Federal rules governing the nursing facility rate setting process to
issues of considerable complexity.
· Follow a comprehensive audit
plan to complete desk reviews thoroughly and consistently.
·
Examine provider accounting records such as the general ledger
entries, invoices, detailed trial balance sheets, and reclass or
adjust entries made in error by the CPA performing the required
year-end audit.
· Communicate requests for information and
findings clearly with nursing facility providers.
· May also be
assigned cross-training opportunities to review Private Non-medical
Institutions (PNMIs) providing residential childcare services for
Vermonters.
Desired Qualifications:
· Experienced
accountant familiar with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and
who is able to understand the information contained in audited
financial statements.
· Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and
Word.
· Strong writing and editing skills, including the ability
to write letters, reports, and written decisions.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
As part of our values of
transparency, integrity, and service, we are committed to supporting
diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility as part of our
person-centered culture. We actively celebrate our colleagues’ and
future colleagues’ different abilities, racial identity, sexual
orientation, ethnicity, age, and gender. Everyone is welcome and
supported here.
Telework:
The Department of Vermont
Health Access (DVHA) supports a hybrid work environment. Upon hire,
employees work with their supervisor to create a schedule that aligns
with the business needs of the unit. We believe a hybrid work
environment promotes autonomy and allows for increased flexibility and
greater work/life balance.
Mission:
The Department of
Vermont Health Access (DVHA)’s mission is to improve Vermonters’
health and well-being by providing access to high-quality,
cost-effective health care. We have identified three priorities that
support our mission: Advancing value-based payments, modernizing
information technology infrastructure, and operational performance
improvement. Our department commits to executing our responsibilities
and priorities while adhering to three core values: Transparency,
Integrity and Service.
Our State:
Vermont is a “small
but mighty” state. We are ranked as one of the top 10 states to raise
a family in 2022. We are nationwide leaders for progressive social and
educational policies. We are in Northern New England, 1.5 hours from
Montreal and 3.5 hours from Boston. We have beautiful Lake Champlain,
the Green Mountains, and year-round outdoor activities.
Who
May Apply
This position, Health Facility Auditor (Job
Requisition #47911), is open to all State employees and external
applicants.
If you would like more information about this
position, please contact [email protected].
Resumes will not
be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be
filled from this job posting.
AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS:
Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable
to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards,
Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and
adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position
under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception
of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer,
promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons
exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.
Environmental
Factors
Duties are performed in an office setting and
occasionally at a provider’s facility.
Incumbents should
have a private means of transportation available as some travel may be
necessary.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s
degree in Business Administration AND three (3) or more years of
experience in a finance related field.
OR
Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting AND three (3) or more
years of finance, accounting or auditing experience.
OR
Bachelor’s degree in any discipline supplemented by 15 credit
hours in accounting AND four (4) or more years of finance, accounting
or auditing experience.
OR
Associate’s degree in
Finance or Accounting AND three (4) or more years of finance,
accounting or auditing experience.
OR
Certified
Public Accountant (CPA) (license does not need to be in force).
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a health
care or regulatory environment.
Note: There will be a
skills assessment test to be taken at the Division as part of the
hiring process.
· Ability to read, understand, and apply
laws, rules, and regulations of significant complexity.
·
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including the ability to build and
edit complex spreadsheets, formulas, and create graphs and charts from
large amounts of data.
· Ability to problem solve by performing
independent research on how to resolve the issue.
· High level of
organizational skills with the ability to prioritize activities and
act under the guidance of management.
· Ability to test and check
own work and that of others to ensure that there are no errors in
calculations or written work.
· Significant knowledge of English
usage, grammar, and spelling in writing and in speaking for excellent,
effective communications.
· Ability to establish and maintain
effective working relationships through good interpersonal skills.
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a
great career opportunity, but it’s more than a paycheck. The State’s
total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee
benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation,
including:
80% State paid medical premium
Dental Plan at no
cost for employees and their families
Flexible Spending
healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
Two ways to save
for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a
deferred compensation 457(b) plan
Work/Life balance: 11 paid
holidays each year and a generous leave plan; many jobs also allow for
a flexible schedule
Low cost group life insurance
Tuition
Reimbursement
Incentive-based Wellness Program
Qualified
Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Want
the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our
website.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Vermont
celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of
mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of
backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate
in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief,
national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age,
physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual
orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union
or domestic partnership status, past or present military service,
membership in an employee organization, family medical history or
genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s
employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment
actions by the State are forbidden.
