JOB SUMMARY

• Approximately, 10% travel.
• This position is eligible for telework for applicants who reside in Minnesota or in a bordering state, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance. If you live in a state bordering Minnesota, you must live within 50 miles or less from the primary work location to be eligible for telework.
  The Auditor Intermediate will perform audits of the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) Annual and Statistical Cost Reports and supporting financial and statistical records of MN nursing facilities, either through the desk audit process or field audit, in order to assist the Audit Director with rate setting for nursing facilities receiving payment under the Medical Assistance (MA) program.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform reviews of cost reports that are submitted by stand-alone nursing facilities for compliance with Medicaid regulations.
• Analyze historical data to identify and document questionable cost report items through review and testing of supporting financial records and data.
• Make adjustments to reported costs that are based on statutes, reimbursement rules, regulations, promulgated accounting standards, or department policies.
• Completes reports of findings to support any adjustments made to the cost report.
• Works independently by applying knowledge of professional audit and reimbursement standards to identify audit deficiencies.

The Auditor may work as part of an audit/review team that includes a more senior audit associate to conduct audits/reviews of moderate scope/complexity/difficulty or work independently on audits/reviews of limited scope where no major complications are anticipated. This class differs from Auditor, Senior in that Seniors are expected to resolve more complex and sensitive audit issues and provide guidance and/or training to Intermediate auditors.

*TO FACILITATE PROPER CREDITING, PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR RESUME CLEARLY DESCRIBES YOUR EXPERIENCE IN THE AREAS LISTED AND INDICATES THE BEGINNING AND ENDING MONTH AND YEAR FOR EACH JOB HELD.*

One (1) year professional experience in financial or cost accounting or auditing with responsibility for financial data analysis of health care industry; OR
Three (3) years advanced technical or paraprofessional experience in financial or cost accounting or auditing with responsibility for financial data analysis of health care industry; OR
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Auditing or Finance and 2 years of advanced technical or paraprofessional experience in financial or cost accounting or auditing with responsibility for financial data analysis.

Experience must include the following:

• Financial accounting or cost accounting.
• Computer skills (e.g., e-mail, word-processing, database, spreadsheet, presentation graphics, Internet browser and search software) sufficient to download and record data, analyze information, perform complex calculations, and develop reports.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and pronouncements of the Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB).
• Organize, plan and prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Oral communication sufficient to interview auditees, explain audit standards and policy.
• Written communication sufficient to draft clear, concise reports of audit/review findings, reports of financial and statistical data, legislative proposals.
• Completion of audit work.
• Draft reports of audit/review findings.
• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and/or cultures.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

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THE WORK YOU’LL DO IS MORE THAN JUST A JOB.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform reviews of cost reports that are submitted by stand-alone nursing facilities for compliance with Medicaid regulations.
• Analyze historical data to identify and document questionable cost report items through review and testing of supporting financial records and data.
• Make adjustments to reported costs that are based on statutes, reimbursement rules, regulations, promulgated accounting standards, or department policies.
• Completes reports of findings to support any adjustments made to the cost report.
• Works independently by applying knowledge of professional audit and reimbursement standards to identify audit deficiencies