Auditor 9-12 - LTC Chain Audit & Appeal Section Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/4818995) Apply  Auditor 9-12 - LTC Chain Audit & Appeal Section Salary $23.73 - $44.45 Hourly Location Flint, MI Job Type Permanent Full Time Remote Employment Flexible/Hybrid Job Number 3901-25-AUDIT-304-FILL-AUD9-12 Department Health and Human Services - Central Office Opening Date 02/04/2025 Closing Date 2/11/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit N/A + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Description The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan. Auditor 9-P11 This position is responsible for the full range of professional on-site or in-house audits and/or investigations for Department of Health and Human Services long term care providers under prior, current, and future methods of reimbursement. The position is responsible for insuring, through audit, that costs and/or statistical data claimed for reimbursement are allowable and appropriate according to federal and state laws or regulations, applicable state plans for Medical Assistance and Department Policy. The work requires utilization of the laws, regulations, rules, standards, policies, and procedures of professional auditing. Typically, the audits will involve nursing homes, hospitals, and county medical care facilities. Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/AuditorE2.4.docx) Auditor 12 This position functions as a senior level auditor in the Department of Health and Human Services-LTC Audit Division, LTC Chain Audit and Appeal Section. The employee in this position is responsible for performing the most complex on-site or in-house audits, reviews, or conducts investigations of nursing homes, hospitals, county medical care facilities, health maintenance organizations, and public health programs under current and future methods of reimbursement. The purpose is to satisfy the federal mandate for auditing Medicaid Providers and to ensure that the provider's reimbursement is in accordance with the rules and regulations governing the State Medicaid Reimbursement Programs and Procedures. The work requires the utilization of the laws, regulations, rules, standards, policies and procedures of professional auditing. Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/AuditorA2.4.docx) View the job specification at:Auditor Job Specifications (http://www.michigan.gov/documents/Auditor\_12102\_7.pdf) To be considered for this position you must: + Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted. + Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening. + Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week. + Attach a cover letter. + If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature. Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions (http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdcs/New\_Online\_Employment\_Application\_Guide\_-\_First\_Time\_User\_446027\_7.pdf) Required Education and Experience Education Possession of a bachelor's degree with at least 24 semester (36 term) credits in accounting. Experience Auditor 9 No specific type or amount is required. Auditor 10 One year of professional experience auditing accounting, financial, and operations records equivalent to an Auditor 9. Auditor P11 Two years of professional experience auditing accounting, financial, and operations records equivalent to an Auditor, including one year equivalent to an Auditor 10. Auditor 12 Three years of professional experience auditing accounting, financial, and operations records equivalent to an Auditor, including one year equivalent to an Auditor P11. Alternate Education and Experience Possession of a Certified Public Accountant certification (CPA) may be substituted for one year of experience at the P11 level. OR Possession of a Certified Management Accountant certification (CMA) may be substituted for six months of experience at the P11 level. Possession of a Certified Internal Auditor certification or a Certified Information System Auditor certification may be substituted for one year of experience at the P11 level for positions responsible for internal auditing. OR Possession of a bachelor's degree with 24 semester credits (36 term) in finance, information systems, or management may be substituted for the education for positions responsible for internal auditing. Additional Requirements and Information ****New Employeesmay be paid a signing bonus up to $2,500. Up to $1,250 may be paid at hire. Up to $1,250 may be paid after satisfactory completion of the initial probationary period.**** The physical location of this position is 235 S Grand Ave., Lansing, MI 48933. Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate or hybrid work schedule requests for this position may be considered. Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely or a hybrid schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview. Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications. If working remotely, employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including: + A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions. + A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. + Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises. Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results. The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. For information about this specific position, please contact Robbie Harris at harrisr1@michigan.gov Follow us on LinkedIn for more job opportunities! MDHHSJobs#MDHHSjobs#Veteranfriendly#Careerswithpurpose#CommunityHeroes MDHHS is proud to be a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer. Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy. State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award. More details on benefits for our new hires are below: Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems. Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits. Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions. Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child. Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day. Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums. Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual. Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income. Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education. Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan. Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs. Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek. Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer. Updated: 2/28/24 01 AUDITOR - Do you possess a bachelor's degree or higher with at least 24 semester (36 term) credits in accounting? If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts. + Yes + No 02 AUDITOR - Please select your level of experience. + None to one year of post-degree professional experience auditing accounting, financial, and operations records. + One to two years of post-degree professional experience auditing accounting, financial, and operations records. + Two to three years of post-degree professional experience auditing accounting, financial, and operations records. + Three or more years of post-degree professional experience auditing accounting, financial, and operations records OR Possession of a Certified Public Accountant certification (CPA) OR Six months of professional experience auditing accounting, financial, and operations records and possession of a Certified Management Accountant certification (CMA). 03 Although not required for the position, indicate the certifications for which you have passed the applicable written examinations and provide your applicable certificate/license numbers in the 'Certification/Licenses' section of your application. Choose all that apply. + Certified Public Accountant (CPA) + Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) + Certified Information System Auditor (CISA) + Certified Management Accountant (CMA) + Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) + None 04 Do you have experience with TeamMate or TeamMate Plus auditing software? + Yes + No 05 This position may rarely require travel throughout the eastern side of the state and the thumb area. Travel, depending on the distance from home or the office, could potentially be on the auditor’s own time or result in overnight stays. Would you be able to accommodate this requirement while driving your own vehicle and receiving mileage reimbursement? + Yes + No 06 Do you have the communication skills necessary to establish and maintain good public relations with providers? Please explain how you would handle adversity with providers. 07 Do you have a working knowledge of Medicaid Long Term Care Program, their rules and regulations? If so, please explain. + Yes + No 08 Please explain your experience with analyzing and interpreting federal and state laws/regulations. If no experience, please enter N/A. 09 Do you have any experience in analyzing and evaluating financial data? 10 Please explain your experience and ability analyzing and evaluating financial data. If no experience, please enter N/A. 11 Please select the years of experience you possess in relation to any accounting or financial positions. + 5 years or more + 3-5 years + 1-3 years + Less than 1 year + None 12 Please describe a situation where you utilized independent judgement. 13 Do you have communication skills to establish and maintain good public relations with audited entities? + Yes + No 14 Please explain how you would handle adversity with audited providers. 15 Do you have experience in conducting meetings or presentations in front of groups of people? + Yes + No 16 If you answer yes, please explain your experience conducting meetings or presentations in front of groups of people and a positive outcome. If you answered no, please enter N/A. 17 How important is diversity to you, and what value does it bring? 18 From the options below, which accurately describes your current status? (A current state employee works for an actual state department such as the Department of Corrections, the Department of Transportation, etc.) + A current Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) employee + A Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) employee in layoff status + A current State of Michigan (non-MDHHS) employee + A State of Michigan (non-MDHHS) employee in layoff status + None of the above 19 Do you have any objection to being finger printed or drug tested? + Yes + No 20 Do you have an Intentional Program Violation from the Department of Health and Human Services? + Yes + No 21 Are you a current MDHHS employee classified as an Auditor 9-12 interested in moving to the same classification and level at this location? + Yes + No 22 Do you have any substantiated cases of abuse or neglect reported on the Department of Human Services Central Registry? + Yes + No 23 Please select from the options below: (Please note, actions that have been expunged, formal counseling, and layoff actions need not be reported.) Please select all that apply. + I have been dismissed within the last two years + I have resigned in lieu of discipline or dismissal within the last two years + I have been suspended without pay within the last two years + I have received a written reprimand within the last two years + I have received an unsatisfactory rating within the last two years + I have signed a last chance agreement with MDHHS within the last two years + I certify that none of the above circumstances apply to me 24 Did you attach a copy of an official college/university transcript to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) + Yes + No 25 Did you attach a cover letter and a copy of your résumé to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) + Yes + No Required Question Employer State of Michigan Department Health and Human Services - Central Office Address Office of Human Resources 235 S. 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