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State of South Dakota · 18 hours ago

Accountant/Auditor I or II

Pierre, SD

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$23.37/hr - $28.65/hr

1+ years exp

The State of South Dakota's Department of Human Services is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional for the Auditor I position. The Auditor I will conduct audits of Medicaid Cost Reports and compliance reviews of DHS subrecipients, providing recommendations to ensure compliance and support informed decision-making.

Government

No H1B

Responsibilities

Conduct field and desk audits of Medicaid Cost Reports submitted by Department providers

Perform compliance reviews of DHS subrecipients

Initiate, direct, and complete audits and reviews of financial records

Provide tailored recommendations to ensure compliance

Analyze provider financial documents, identifying abnormalities and trends

Support informed decision-making

Prepare and present findings, detailing results and compliance recommendations

Qualification

CPACIAGAAPGAASMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordFinancial analysisProblem-solvingCommunicationTeam collaboration

Required

A bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration (with a focus in accounting) and/or one to two years of progressively responsible experience is required

Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Knowledge of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS)

Ability to interpret rules and regulations to make timely and accurate decisions

Skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Query, along with other desktop tools

Ability to interact confidently and professionally with stakeholders, colleagues, and federal and state officials

Ability to identify and evaluate problems effectively

Ability to set goals and demonstrate effort to achieve them

Ability to make timely, well-informed decisions and act decisively

Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects effectively

Ability to complete work accurately and on schedule

Ability to communicate information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing

Ability to conduct research, compile, and analyze financial data

Ability to execute complex audits to provide essential information to management and other end users

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation

Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening

All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9