Health Services Reimbursement Accountant

County of Contra Costa; Martinez (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Contra Costa County's Health Services Finance Division seeks a Reimbursement Accountant to manage budgets, projections, and financial reporting for the county health system in Martinez. The role requires expertise in governmental and fund accounting for healthcare programs and adherence to federal, state, and county audits.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in business, finance, or accounting, and at least 3 years of professional accounting experience in healthcare, plus 18

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting or a closely-related field.
• Three (3) years of full-time experience as a professional accountant in a health care organization or program.
• At least eighteen (18) months of cost reimbursement experience.
• Substitution: advanced degree or CPA/CIA/CMA/CGFM may substitute for one year of general experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and monitor the annual county budget for the Health Services Division.
• Oversee monthly financial projections and statistical reporting.
• Analyze reports and coordinate work of other accounting staff.
• Provide financial direction to Division Directors and Managers to ensure policy compliance.
• Review contracts and grants to ensure GAAP compliance and audit readiness.
• Train staff and Division Management on data required for audits and funds.

Skills

Governmental accounting

Financial analysis

GAAP compliance

Budget management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance or accounting

Job description

Why join the Contra Costa Health?

Contra Costa Health Services (CCHS) is the largest department of the Contra Costa County government, employing more than 5,000 Full-Time Equivalents. CCHS is an integrated system of health care services that cover health at every level: the individual, the family, and the community. For low-income and uninsured residents of Contra Costa County, CCHS is the safety net, providing medical services not available to them elsewhere.

The Health Services Finance Division is the centralized accounting division with a dedicated accounting unit for each program operated by Contra Costa Health Services. With the responsibility of managing a budget in excess of four billion dollars, the Finance Division is seeking qualified candidates to perform complex accounting work to fill two (2) vacancies located in Martinez.

The Health Services Reimbursement Accountant will be required to prepare and monitor the program budgets, oversee the preparation of monthly financial projections and statistical reporting, perform analysis of these reports, and direct or coordinate the work of other accounting staff. We value your expertise and commitment to professional growth. In recognition of specialized skills, candidates selected for this position who possess; A valid Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license issued by the State of California, Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Accountancy; A Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors; A Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification issued by the Institute of Management Accountants; or A Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) certification issued by the Association of Government Accountants) in good standing, may be eligible to receive a 5% differential on top of base salary.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is knowledgeable in Governmental and Fund accounting related to healthcare programs
• Is knowledgeable in Federal, State, and County auditing practices and methods
• Is knowledgeable in County finance and budgeting system
• Can analyze, interpret and apply Federal and State fiscal regulations to financial reports
• Is able to work independently, prioritize workloads and manage assignment deadlines
• Has a positive and solution-oriented attitude and a strong work ethic
• Is professional and able to work in a team environment

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Preparing and monitoring the annual county budget for a Division of the Health Services Department which includes preparing appropriation and revenue adjustments
• Assessing current expenditure and revenue patterns and reporting these findings on a monthly basis to the Department Controller, Chief Financial Officer, and the Administration/Management section of assigned Divisions
• Selecting, training, evaluating, and monitoring the performance of subordinate personnel
• Managing and supervising a staff of professional accountants and clerical staff in the performance of their various accounting duties
• Reviewing and approving all contracts and grants, and inter/intradepartmental agreements for assigned Divisions, ensuring that generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) are applied and that all such agreements will pass any Internal or External Audits
• Providing financial direction to Division Directors and Managers to ensure that Department, County, Federal, and State fiscal policies are strictly adhered to and that the Divisions/Grants are in compliance with any audits
• Keeping management informed in a timely manner of any activities, problems, or policy decisions that need attention
• Training staff and Division Management regarding supplemental data required by Federal, State, or County Internal Audit to support Incoming Funds Grants or Interdepartmental Agreements

A few reasons you might love this job:

• You will work in a dynamic work environment with people who are passionate about their work and focused on continuous improvement and innovation
• You will have a support role in helping to provide medical care for the County’s most vulnerable populations
• You will join a team of experienced and skilled finance staff executing well-defined fiscal operations

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• You will need to be flexible and adaptable as Federal, State, and County fiscal regulations are constantly updated
• You will be required to work "off hours" to meet critical deadlines and to respond to emergent budget issues
• You will manage multiple and competing deadlines during the year-end close and budget development process

Competencies Required:

• Analyzing & Interpreting Data: Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data
• Delivering Results: Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks
• Fact Finding: Obtaining facts and data pertaining to an issue or question
• Mathematical Facility: Performing computations and solving mathematical problems
• Legal & Regulatory Navigation: Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
• Using Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applications
• Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
• Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
• Self-Management: Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability
• Handling & Resolving Conflict: Managing interpersonally strained situations
• Delegating: Sharing responsibility, authority, and accountability
• Managing Performance: Ensuring superior individual and group performance
• Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
• Business Process Analysis: Defining, assessing, and improving operational processes and workflow
• Project Management: Ensuring that projects are on-time, on-budget, and achieve their objectives

The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.

Education:Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business administration, finance, accounting or a closely-related field.

Experience:Three (3) years of full-time experience, or its equivalent, as a professional accountant in a health care organization or program, at least eighteen (18) months of which involved the preparation of cost reimbursement reports and analyses.

Substitution:Either (1) one additional year of qualifying experience may be substituted for the required academic major; or (2) a master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business administration, finance, or accounting or possession of a Certified Public Accountant certificate may be substituted for one (1) year of the required general experience. No substitution is permitted for the eighteen months of cost reimbursement experience.

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.