Junior Staff Accountant

ECCO Select is a talent acquisition and advisory consulting company, specializing in providing people, process and technology solutions for our clients’ needs. We’re the talent behind the technology. To find out more about ECCO Select visit our website: www.eccoselect.com Position Title: Staff Accountant Location: Kansas City, MO Job Description: The Staff Auditor/Accountant will perform reviews of Medicaid provider cost reports, analyze health care provider financial information, perform reimbursement calculations; and prepare written documents supporting professional decisions. Essential Functions:Conduct desk reviews and various on-site auditsConduct research in order to determine billing and reimbursement compliance with relevant Medicaid or other government programregulationsConduct all phases of the audit including planning and research, risk assessment, fieldwork, reporting of findings, and other procedures as requiredReview applicable Federal and State policies and regulations associated with each specific audit type prior to performing the auditPrepare working papers to document scope and findings of audit in accordance with Medicaid or other government program regulations and AICPA standardsDemonstrate excellence in communication skills, data gathering, analysis, reporting, and process improvementMaintain security and confidentiality of all protected health information when analyzing materialMaintain thorough electronic documentationAdditional responsibilities as assignedRequirements:Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required.Minimum GPA of 3.25 preferredCPA or CPA candidate preferredInternship or equivalent working experience in accounting or related field preferredExperience with health care auditing and data analysis preferredAbility to review statutory/regulatory or other policy language and apply requirementsStrong analytical and problem solving skillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsWell organized with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detailEffectively multi-task with planning and efficiencyMust be able to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize assignmentsProficient use of applicable technology; specificallyMicrosoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, etc.)ECCO Select is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. ECCO Select’s policy is to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Equal Employment Opportunity is The LawThis Organization Participates in E-Verify #INDEO