Staff Accountant

About the role

Perform desk reviews and on-site reviews of daycare centers and daycare homes, analyzing attendance, enrollment, menu information, and financial information. Prepare written documents supporting professional decisions. Training in the child nutrition program area is provided to ensure confidence working on client projects within the first 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Conduct desk reviews and various on-site audits independently with supervision.
• Conduct research to determine compliance with relevant USDA or other government program regulations.
• Perform all phases of the audit including planning and research, provider calls, fieldwork, desk review work, reporting of findings, and other procedures as required.
• Review applicable Federal and State policies and regulations associated with each specific audit type prior to performing the audit.
• Prepare working papers to document scope and findings of audit.
• Demonstrate excellence in communication skills, analysis, reporting, and process improvement.
• Maintain security and confidentiality of all protected health information when analyzing material.
• Maintain thorough electronic documentation.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Must be able to travel within and out of state 75% based on client and business needs; all travel-related expenses are covered. Actual travel may vary week to week or month to month.

Preferred Qualifications

• GPA of 3.25 or higher.
• CPA or CPA candidate.
• Internship or equivalent working experience in accounting or related field.
• Experience with health and human service program auditing.
• Ability to review statutory/regulatory or other policy language and apply requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Well organized with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively multi-task with planning and efficiency.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize assignments.
• Proficient use of applicable technology, specifically Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, etc.).

About Us

Myers and Stauffer LC is a certified public accounting and health and human services consulting firm, specializing in audit, accounting, data management, and consulting services to government-sponsored health care programs (primarily state Medicaid agencies and the federal Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services). With over 45 years of experience, we assist government clients with complex health care reimbursement and provider compliance issues. We operate 21 offices and have over 900 associates nationwide.

At Myers and Stauffer, you will have a rewarding career while supporting state and federal government health and human service clients focused on those in need. We are committed to providing professional growth and development opportunities, a diverse and dynamic work environment, and strong leadership. Our firm takes pride in its welcoming and collaborative culture.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance for eligible associates.
• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave and available support resources.
• 401K with company matching for eligible employees.
• Tuition reimbursement, referral bonuses, and paid volunteer community service time.
• Mentor program and a variety of other employee programs and perks.
• A combination of technical and leadership development training at each career milestone.
• Up to six counseling sessions per year for eligible employees through our Employee Assistance Program.