About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Accounting & Finance.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Careertakes is helping a Confidential Client hire a Staff Accountant based in Mission Woods, KS. In this role you will execute Medicaid provider cost report reviews and related health‑care audit activities. You’ll work across audit phases—planning, fieldwork, reporting and follow-up—preparing documentation and written analyses that support professional decisions and reimbursement calculations.

Key responsibilities:

• Perform reviews of Medicaid provider cost reports and analyze health care provider financial information
• Perform reimbursement calculations and prepare clear written support for conclusions
• Conduct desk reviews and on‑site audits as required
• Research billing and reimbursement compliance with applicable Medicaid and government program regulations
• Execute all phases of audits: planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, findings and reporting
• Review Federal and State policies relevant to each audit type prior to execution
• Prepare working papers that comply with Medicaid rules and AICPA standards
• Maintain confidentiality of protected health information and thorough electronic documentation
• Communicate findings clearly to internal teams and clients; recommend process improvements
• Travel as needed for client and business requirements

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What We’re Looking For

We want someone who combines accounting fundamentals with practical audit experience in health care or government programs.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and written/verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word); ability to maintain organized electronic workpapers
• Ability to manage deadlines, prioritize assignments and multi‑task effectively
• Willingness to travel based on client needs

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in accounting or related field
• CPA or CPA candidate status
• Internship or equivalent work experience in accounting
• Experience with health care auditing, Medicaid cost reports, and data analysis
• Ability to interpret statutory/regulatory language and apply requirements accurately

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Role Details & Compensation

• Employment type: Full‑time (Contractor or W-2 arrangement may be considered per client needs)
• Location: Mission Woods, KS (onsite / client site work as required)
• Estimated pay (from source posting): $55,823 per year — listed as an estimate by the original source. Final pay and benefits will be set by the Confidential Client and may vary based on experience and hiring terms.
• Note: Careertakes is the recruiting partner; if hired you will be employed directly by the Confidential Client.

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Why Apply via Careertakes

• Third‑party recruiting partner with access to additional matched roles
• We present qualified candidates to the Confidential Client while protecting candidate privacy
• Recruiter support through the interview process and offer negotiation

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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