Health Facility Auditor - Interim

at State of Vermont in Waterbury, Vermont, United States

Job Description

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. This is an interim position with an end date of 9/30/2026. 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!
 
Eleven paid state holidays, in addition to a robust benefits package. 
Supportive hybrid work environment and flexible schedule.
 
Below are a few of the Health Facility Auditor position's primary 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.

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.

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.