Fred Hutch · 2 days ago
Sr. Government Reporting Accountant
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization focused on cancer treatment and research. The Sr. Government Reporting Accountant will ensure compliance with complex reporting requirements and optimize financial outcomes through strategic government contracting, primarily Medicare Cost Reporting and Indirect Cost Reporting.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Accountable for the accuracy, integrity, and completeness of cost accounting data and its alignment with internal and external reporting standards
Oversee the development and maintenance of cost models, step-down allocations, trend analysis, and variance frameworks to support financial decision-making
Support the preparation and submission of the annual Medicare Cost Report, ensuring alignment with CMS guidelines and organizational objectives
Support the development and negotiation of the Indirect Cost Rate Proposal (ICRP) with cognizant federal agencies to recover allowable overhead costs
Support the development and negotiation of the Fringe Benefit Proposal with cognizant federal agencies to recover allowable fringe benefit costs
Maintain documentation and support for all cost allocation methodologies and assumptions
Support organizational compliance government reporting agreements and drive improvements in cost analysis, optimized reimbursement and data quality
Provide cost insights that inform strategic budgeting, planning, and performance monitoring across departments
Contributes to the evolution and strengthening of internal controls and compliance frameworks related to cost accounting. Work with stakeholders to analyze proposed regulatory rules for organizational impact to Medicare, Indirect Cost Rates, and Fringe Benefit reimbursement
Actively maintain, influence and improve cost accounting systems, reporting and processes
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
5 years of experience in cost accounting
Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, inventory valuation, and financial reporting
Advanced Excel skills and experience with data analysis tools
Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving ability
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across departments
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Professional certification such as CMA or CPA
Proficiency with PeopleSoft ERP systems and ability to learn new systems and concepts
Experience with Federal funded research models, familiarity with DHHS Indirect Cost or Fringe Rate Proposals
Experience with healthcare provider industry, familiar with Medicare Cost Reporting
Experience with Epic
Benefits
Medical/vision
Dental
Flexible spending accounts
Life
Disability
Retirement
Family life support
Employee assistance program
Onsite health clinic
Tuition reimbursement
Paid vacation (12-22 days per year)
Paid sick leave (12-25 days per year)
Paid holidays (13 days per year)
Paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks)
Company
Fred Hutch
Fred Hutch is an independent, nonprofit organization that also serves as the cancer program for UW Medicine.
Funding
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