Accountant I

Equiliem; City of Albany (NY); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 62 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical Insurance

Vision & Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Matching 401(k)

Commuter Benefits

Employee Discounts & Rewards

Payroll Payment Options

Résumé du poste

Equiliem is seeking an Accountant I to support Medicaid HCBS financial reporting, auditing, and regulatory compliance in Albany, NY. The role emphasizes creating financial reports, improving controls, and processing provider applications with strong Excel, SharePoint, and Access skills.

Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of relevant experience, a solid data analysis mindset, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while collaborating across departments and with external agencies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of professional work experience.
• Associate degree or higher.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, and Microsoft Access.
• Experience working with databases, including data entry, data extraction, and reporting.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and shifting priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.

Responsabilités

• Assist with accounting, auditing, financial analysis, and reporting activities related to Medicaid HCBS programs.
• Prepare, review, and maintain financial reports supporting regulatory compliance and operational requirements.
• Support program integrity through financial reviews, internal control assessments, and compliance monitoring.
• Review and process provider applications and associated documentation.
• Provide technical assistance to staff and consultants regarding financial controls, reporting, and compliance requirements.
• Identify and help resolve issues affecting provider application processing and program participation.
• Review existing procedures and recommend improvements to financial tracking, compliance monitoring, and reporting processes.
• Enter, extract, analyze, and report data using databases and Microsoft Office applications.
• Use Excel, SharePoint, and Access to manage information, maintain records, and support reporting activities.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external agencies to support regulatory requirements and operational efficiency.
• Support special projects, administrative assignments, and evolving departmental priorities.

Connaissances

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication

Multitasking

Formation

Associate degree or higher

Bachelor's degree preferred

Outils

Excel

SharePoint

Access

Description du poste

Accountant I - Medicaid Financial Compliance & Reporting

Location: Albany, NY Schedule/Shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour 26-11258

Job Summary

The Accountant I supports financial reporting, accounting, auditing, and compliance activities for Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) programs. This role assists with financial reviews, provider application processing, internal controls, and database management to support program integrity and regulatory compliance. The accountant analyzes financial and operational data, prepares reports, and helps improve tracking and reporting procedures. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytically strong, and proficient in Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, Access, and database reporting.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with accounting, auditing, financial analysis, and reporting activities related to Medicaid HCBS programs.
• Prepare, review, and maintain financial reports supporting regulatory compliance and operational requirements.
• Support program integrity through financial reviews, internal control assessments, and compliance monitoring.
• Review and process provider applications and associated documentation.
• Provide technical assistance to staff and consultants regarding financial controls, reporting, and compliance requirements.
• Identify and help resolve issues affecting provider application processing and program participation.
• Review existing procedures and recommend improvements to financial tracking, compliance monitoring, and reporting processes.
• Enter, extract, analyze, and report data using databases and Microsoft Office applications.
• Use Excel, SharePoint, and Access to manage information, maintain records, and support reporting activities.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external agencies to support regulatory requirements and operational efficiency.
• Support special projects, administrative assignments, and evolving departmental priorities.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of professional work experience.
• Associate degree or higher.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, and Microsoft Access.
• Experience working with databases, including data entry, data extraction, and reporting.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and shifting priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Experience in accounting, financial analysis, auditing, or financial reporting.
• Familiarity with financial compliance, internal controls, or audit procedures.
• Experience in government accounting, healthcare finance, Medicaid programs, provider compliance, or HCBS programs.

About Equiliem

Equiliem believes in empowering success. It's our job to cultivate relationships that connect people and employers in a way that is inclusive, intelligent, and allows both to thrive.

Across the U.S., leading companies in healthcare, government, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, and energy rely on us for their workforce solutions. Our recruiting and HR services include contract and direct hire staffing, Payrolling/EOR, Independent Contractor Compliance, and Managed Services.

For almost 30 years, we've helped shape our industry. Today, we continue to research, ask questions, and continuously enhance the candidate journey and client experience.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees, which includes:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Discounts & Rewards
• Payroll Payment Options

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