APR Consulting, Inc. has been engaged to identify a Budget Accountant a

Location:

608 Denbigh Blvd Newport News, VA 23608

Position:

Budget Accountant Pay Rate:

$40/hr

Duration:

13 weeks (Temp-to-Perm)

Expected Shift:

Day Shift Monday-Friday (08:00 - 17:00) Full-Time Employee

HIRING RANGE

$53,900-$74,150 annually Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Budget Accountant uses independent judgment and analytical skills in a highly computerized environment to support complex accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, regulatory reporting, and cost-analysis functions. The position is responsible for monthly preparation and analysis of estimated contractual adjustments, charity and bad debt; preparation and filing of Medicare and Medicaid annual cost reports and settlements; preparation and maintenance of annual budgets; Federal, State, and Local tax returns; reporting to the state COPN Regulatory Authority; and cost analysis. The Budget Accountant also evaluates the theoretical integrity of accounting functions within the assigned area and recommends or implements improvements based on analysis.

PREFERRED CANDIDATE PROFILE

The strongest candidates will demonstrate: Required Accounting education or qualifying Finance/Business education with an accounting concentration At least 1 year of hands-on accounting experience involving analysis, budgeting, and financial statements Annual budget preparation and maintenance Financial statement preparation and analysis Budget-to-actual and variance analysis Cost analysis General Ledger and reconciliation experience Strong Excel proficiency Ability to explain specifically how they have used VLOOKUPs, XLOOKUPs, formulas, and Pivot Tables Ability and interest in working independently with detailed financial data Healthcare accounting/finance experience Medicare/Medicaid cost-reporting or settlement experience Contractual adjustment, charity, or bad-debt analysis Regulatory reporting experience Master's Degree and/or CPA as additional preferred qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting OR Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Business with a concentration in Accounting (approximately 21 credit hours in accounting)

PREFERRED

Master's Degree in a related field with accounting concentration Transcripts are required for submission.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum 1 year of Accounting experience with Analysis, Budget, and Financial Statements Relevant experience may include: Accounting analysis Budget preparation and maintenance Budget-to-actual analysis Financial statement preparation and analysis Financial reporting Forecasting Cost analysis Variance analysis General Ledger accounting Journal entries and accruals Account reconciliations Month-end/year-end close Tax preparation Regulatory reporting Audit support Candidates should be able to demonstrate hands-on accounting responsibilities, rather than only exposure to accounting or financial processes.

PREFERRED

Prior Healthcare Accounting/Finance experience

CERTIFICATIONS

PREFERRED:

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - The

AICPA TECHNICAL SKILLS

Candidates should be comfortable working in a highly computerized accounting environment.

MICROSOFT EXCEL

Candidates should be comfortable independently using:

VLOOKUP XLOOKUP

Pivot Tables

SUM / SUMIF / SUMIFS IF / IFERROR COUNTIF / COUNTIFS

Absolute and relative cell references Advanced formulas Budget-to-actual calculations Variance calculations Financial data analysis Comparing and reconciling datasets Troubleshooting formula and lookup errors

ERP / ACCOUNTING SYSTEMS

Experience with computerized financial or ERP systems is preferred.

Relevant systems may include:

Oracle SAP Workday PeopleSoft Lawson Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains QuickBooks Other accounting or financial systems

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Ability to exercise independent judgment when completing accounting analysis. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong attention to detail. Ability to interpret and communicate Federal and State regulations. Ability to independently manage priorities and deadlines Ability to identify and investigate financial discrepancies. Ability to communicate accounting and financial findings clearly. Ability to work with regulatory agencies, auditors, consultants, leadership, and administrators. Genuine interest in detailed, hands-on accounting work. Ability to work 100% onsite in Newport News, VA. Willingness to convert to permanent employment if selected.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Complete complex accounting analysis requiring the independent application of accounting theory. Prepare and analyze monthly estimated contractual adjustments, charity, and bad debt. Prepare and file Medicare and Medicaid annual cost reports and settlements using independent judgment. Prepare and maintain annual budgets. Perform budget-to-actual and variance analysis. Prepare Federal, State, and Local tax returns. Prepare reporting for the state COPN Regulatory Authority. Perform cost analysis and evaluate financial trends. Prepare and analyze financial statements and supporting financial schedules. Support General Ledger activity, account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and financial close activities as applicable. Interpret and communicate Federal and State regulations. Manage and assess priorities and deadlines using independent judgment. Assess the theoretical integrity of accounting functions performed within the assigned area of responsibility. Recommend and implement improvements to accounting processes and controls. Serve as a liaison with regulatory and taxing agencies, external consultants, auditors, Riverside leadership, and administrators. Analyze financial information to identify discrepancies, risks, trends, and opportunities for improvement. Maintain accurate financial documentation and support audit and regulatory requirements. Utilize Excel and computerized accounting systems to analyze, reconcile, and report financial data. Our client is the one of the largest Healthcare Staffing Provider in the United States, to be assigned at one of their affiliated hospitals/healthcare facilities. This particular client is requiring that all new hires show proof of vaccination. However, accommodations may be made for those with disabilities or religious reasons who cannot obtain a vaccine. Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is a match for this position please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!