Cost report analyst senior

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Cost Report Analyst Senior based in the United States.

This role is responsible for managing complex healthcare reimbursement and cost reporting activities across a large health system. You’ll independently oversee Medicare, Medicaid, and TriCare cost reports while supporting state-level healthcare reporting requirements. The position plays a key role in ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely reimbursement processes. You’ll coordinate audits and reviews, respond to regulatory data requests, and serve as a liaison with external reimbursement organizations. The role also involves leading peer-review processes, managing provider appeals, and supporting medical education reimbursement activities. You’ll work closely with reimbursement professionals, providers, department leaders, and other stakeholders in a collaborative environment. This is an opportunity to apply specialized reimbursement expertise while contributing directly to the financial sustainability of patient-focused healthcare services.

Accountabilities

• Independently manage Medicare, Medicaid, and TriCare cost reporting responsibilities, ensuring accurate and timely completion in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Prepare and coordinate annual data requests and supporting documentation required for cost reporting and reimbursement activities.
• Lead the annual cost report peer-review process, coordinating participants, reviewing information, and ensuring appropriate follow-up.
• Coordinate and facilitate Medicare Administrative Contractor (MAC) audits and desk reviews, including organizing documentation and managing communications.
• Respond to MAC data requests and act as a key liaison between external reviewers and internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate Medicaid cost reports, Disproportionate Share audits, and annual Medical Education Research Costs (MERC) applications.
• Organize and manage provider appeals, including correspondence, supporting documentation, tracking, regulatory filings, and resolution of outstanding issues.
• Attend designated reimbursement, provider, department, and leadership meetings to communicate relevant reporting, audit, and reimbursement matters.
• Maintain accurate financial and regulatory documentation while ensuring work complies with applicable reimbursement requirements and organizational procedures.
• Perform additional reimbursement, cost reporting, and analytical duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field.
• 3–7 years of applicable Medicare reimbursement experience, ideally gained within a Medicare Administrative Contractor, public accounting healthcare practice, healthcare provider organization, or consulting environment.
• 2–7 years of experience using Microsoft Office and financial systems or related software applications.
• Strong understanding of healthcare reimbursement processes, Medicare cost reporting, and related regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage detailed financial and regulatory assignments from preparation through completion.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills, with exceptional attention to accuracy and deadlines.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with internal stakeholders, external auditors, reimbursement organizations, providers, and leadership.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to clearly document findings, requests, and responses.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, resolve issues, and work independently with sound judgment.
• Comfortable working in a primarily remote environment while residing within commuting distance of the designated Minneapolis, Minnesota office.
• Ability to perform sedentary work, including extended periods at a desk and occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds.

Benefits

Salary: $40.08–$54.93 per hour, with starting pay determined by experience, education, and applicable employment or union considerations.

Remote work: Remote position with the requirement to reside within commuting distance of the Minneapolis, Minnesota office.

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week with an 8-hour daytime schedule and no weekend rotation.

Medical and dental coverage to support employees and their families.

Retirement savings plans to support long-term financial planning.

Paid time off and time-away benefits designed to support work-life balance.

Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.

Voluntary benefits including vision, legal, and critical illness coverage.

Well-being resources and financial support focused on whole-person wellness.

Tuition reimbursement or continuing education support, where applicable.

Student loan support resources for navigating the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Community-focused work environment with opportunities to contribute to a mission-driven healthcare organization.

Eligibility for benefits may vary based on full-time status and other applicable employment conditions.

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