Akron Children's · 1 week ago
Manager Reimbursement and Accounting
Akron, OH
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expAkron Children's Hospital is seeking a Manager of Reimbursement & Accounting to oversee governmental reimbursement activities and perform key accounting functions. The role involves ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and maintaining accurate financial reporting related to reimbursement programs.
Health Care
Responsibilities
Lead the preparation, review, and submission of Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, and other governmental cost reports in compliance with all regulatory requirements
Analyze cost report results to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for reimbursement optimization
Analyze and forecast State Medicaid Supplemental reimbursement programs, including rebasing, hospital franchise fees, medical education, and other related programs
Interpret regulatory and reimbursement policy changes and communicate financial impacts to senior leadership
Estimate and record contractual, bad debt, and charity estimates as it relates to patient accounts receivables
Prepare the estimates for community benefit as reported in financial statements and tax returns
Oversee the recording, reconciliation, and monitoring of reimbursement-related receivables and other accounting functions as assigned
Collaborate with external auditors, consultants, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance and resolve audit findings
Partner with Finance, Revenue Cycle and Operations teams to ensure alignment of financial and statistical data used in cost reporting and Accounting estimates
Establish, review, and adjust estimates and reserves in accordance with GAAP and regulatory guidance
Prepare and review journal entries and monthly balance sheet reconciliations related to Reimbursement and other Accounting functions, as assigned
Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of Accountants and/or Analysts supporting reimbursement, reconciliations, and monthly financial reporting
Drive process improvements to enhance accuracy, controls, and efficiency across Reimbursement and Accounting workflows
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Healthcare Administration
Minimum of 5 years of experience in healthcare cost reporting or reimbursement analysis
In-depth understanding of Medicare and Medicaid cost reporting, reimbursement methodologies, and regulatory compliance
Strong proficiency in Excel and ERP systems such as Infor or Workday
Excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex regulatory topics clearly to leadership
Preferred
Master's degree
Experience with cost reporting software
Prior supervisory or team lead experience
Preferred Certifications: CPA, HFMA (CHFP or CRCR), or other relevant healthcare financial credentials
Company
Akron Children's
More Than a Job. It’s loving what you do - and why you do it. Akron Children’s Hospital is ranked among the best pediatric hospitals by U.S.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3.2MKey Investors
Youngstown FoundationKeyBankNational Institute of Nursing Research
2024-12-12Grant· $0.1M
2024-01-24Grant· $0.75M
2023-04-05Grant· $1.3M
Leadership Team
Lisa Aurilio
Chief Operating Officer
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