Lead Medicare Cost Reporting Auditor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in South Carolina.

📋 Description

• Oversee and finalize audit evaluations.

• Examine audit work papers and reports prepared by team members.

• Distribute finalized reports to management.

• Organize assignments for auditors.

• Provide mentorship and coaching to departmental staff.

• Assist the department manager in directing workflow for risk management initiatives and special projects.

• Plan and carry out audits in compliance with professional auditing standards.

• Conduct or assist in audits focused on operational controls, asset protection, and adherence to regulations.

• Act as the lead auditor for complex audit evaluations and/or cost reports.

• Review account reconciliations conducted by financial departments.

• Evaluate key processes, systems, and controls to assess their effectiveness.

• Report audit progress and findings to management, address deficiencies, and suggest corrective measures.

• Draft formal written work papers and reports that document audit activities and findings.

• Review the desk audits of junior auditors and provide on-the-job training.

• Ensure audits adhere to GAAP, GAAS, and Government Auditing Standards.

• Coordinate assignments to ensure timely completion within budget and departmental objectives.

• Supervise daily activities of assigned audit personnel through planning, training, leadership, and guidance.

• Assist in the creation and revision of work instructions, forms, and procedures.

• Stay informed about relevant laws, regulations, and procedures through self-study, on-the-job training, seminars, and formal training programs.

• Collaborate with internal and external entities to ensure efficient completion of tasks.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

• 7 years of auditing or accounting experience, including at least one year in a leadership role for audits.

• Familiarity with the principles and practices of auditing.

• Capacity to analyze and assess the relevance of financial data, draw conclusions, and make suitable recommendations.

• Ability to collect information by reviewing records and documents and interviewing individuals regarding those records.

• Strong interpersonal abilities and capacity to work professionally with individuals at all organizational levels while maintaining effective working relationships.

• Proficient in clear and effective communication in both oral and written forms.

• Ability to manage sensitive information confidentially.

• Understanding of cost accounting standards and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

• Knowledge of auditing standards and statistical sampling methods.

• Strong planning and organizational skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

• Preferred qualifications: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).

🏝️ Benefits

• Subsidized health plans, including dental and vision coverage.

• 401k retirement savings plan with company matching.

• Life insurance coverage.

• Paid Time Off (PTO).

• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers available in major locations.

• Education assistance programs.

• Service recognition initiatives.

• National discounts for movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks, and more.