Accountant II-Medicaid Drug Rebate Program

Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services in Lincoln, NE is seeking an Accountant II to join the Medicaid Drug Rebate (MDR) team. You will perform accounting activities, process documents, and support MDR audits to help maximize program efficiency.

The role requires a strong eye for detail, proficiency in Excel, and the ability to collaborate with MDR staff and drug labelers. On-site work hours are Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting/finance/business/admin or related field and experience with accounting/financial management systems OR 2 years’ experience with professional accounting procedures including developing and modifying accounting/financial management systems.
• Proficiency in Excel/Microsoft Office products; familiarity with state/federal accounting practices is a plus.
• Experience with state systems such as OnBase/Enterprise 1 is helpful for this position.

Responsibilities

• Perform accounting activities for the Medicaid Drug Rebate (MDR) program handling large annual rebate figures.
• Process inbound mail, file, scan and log documents for MDR workflows.
• Enter journals, run MDR audits, compile monthly/quarterly/ad-hoc reports and manage payments.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree or higher in accounting/related field

Tools

OnBase

EnterpriseOne

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Job Posting

JR2026-00029347 Accountant II-Medicaid Drug Rebate Program (Open)

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency

Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Location

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate

$25.403

Job Posting

JR2026-00029347 Accountant II-Medicaid Drug Rebate Program (Open)

Job Description

DHHS, Division of Medicaid and Long-Term Care, is seeking a highly skilled Accountant II to join our Medicaid Drug Rebate (MDR) team.

The MDR Team navigates complex financial data, implements strategic accounting practices, and makes a tangible impact on the Agency's bottom line.

If you're a meticulous individual with a passion for numbers and a desire to excel, then this opportunity is tailor-made for you.

Examples Of Work

• Completing Accounting-related activities for the Medicaid Drug Rebate (MDR) program that is responsible for the collection of approximately $300 Million in annual drug rebates
• Processing inbound mail and sorting/logging/scanning documentation
• MDR check entry and reconciliation
• Reviews documentation for completion/accuracy
• Completes filing and data entry activities
• Conducting outreach to drug labeler contacts to ensure all documentation necessary for drug rebate processing is received accurately and timely
• Assisting with the completion of MDR audits
• Compiling/retrieving monthly, quarterly and ad-hoc reports
• Completing Journal Entries
• Completing the Quarterly MDR labeler invoice process
• Processing ACH (Direct Deposit) payment
• Entering payment adjustments and assisting with labeler invoice dispute resolution
• Maintains various records/documents
• Review and respond to MDR mailbox emails/attachments
• Creating and sending labeler letters for past due accounts

Business Hours: Monday – Friday; 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Attire: Business Casual

Location: Lincoln – Nebraska State Office Building

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, statistics or related field and experience with accounting/financial management systems OR 2 years’ experience with professional accounting procedures including developing and modifying accounting/financial management systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in using Excel/Microsoft Office products.
• Experience in State or Federal Accounting practices/policies/procedures.
• Experience using State systems such as OnBase is a plus (Enterprise 1 is less commonly used but also helpful in this position).
• Experience working with the Medicaid Drug Rebate program.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Coursework/training or experience in accounting-related activities including use of a personal computer, various associated software (Accounting software; Adobe, Excel) programs, and office equipment.
• Experience and proficiency using Excel, Word, Outlook and Accounting systems.
• Ability to complete work activities efficiently.
• Good written and oral communication/customer service/relationship skills.
• Strong organizational, time management and problem-solving/critical thinking skills; with adaptability to various tasks and ability to accurately follow Standard Operating Procedures and apply on-the-job training activities to practice is also important.
• Accurately interpret Medicaid Drug Rebate data and related statements/reports for job duty completion.
• Ability to work well in collaboration with the MDR team and various drug labelers.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.