Cost Accountant

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Grand Forks, NDtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition : R7004
** Everything we do is underscored by a why — and that why is one another.
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* Location:

** Altru Health System

PO Box 6002

Grand Forks, ND 58201

Pay Range: $73,819.20 - $
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* Summary:

** The Cost Accountant is responsible for managing and analyzing financial data related to healthcare costs. This role involves preparing data-driven financial analyses, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and ensuring accurate financial reporting. Strong background in healthcare finance, proficient in cost accounting software. Functions as a subject matter and technical expert in financial analysis solutions (Productivity, Benchmarking, Costing and Decision Support systems).
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* Essential Job Functions:

*** Conducts data-driven financial analyses to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve financial performance.
* Monitors and analyzes cost variances and provide actionable insights for cost control.
* Collaborates with various departments to gather and analyze financial data.
* Ensures compliance with healthcare financial regulations and standards.
* Maintains and utilize the cost accounting software for cost and financial analysis.
* Provides financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making.
* Uses analytical tools to combine clinical, payroll, and financial information to calculate the complete cost of patient care.
* Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

Certification:
* Certified Professional Cost Accountant (CPCA) | Global Association for Quality Management | Preferred
* Certified Management Accountant (CMA) | Institute of Management Accountants | Preferred
* Certified Healthcare Financial Professional (CHFP) or other HFMA Certificate | Healthcare Financial Management Association | Preferred
* Strata Jazz Administrator Certification | Strata Decision Technology | Preferred | Employee Provides a Copy#Altru
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* Education:

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Required:

Bachelors - Accounting/Business Administration/Finance- OR
-Bachelors - Related Field### ###
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* Work Experience:

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Required:

A minimum of 3 years Related Experience
** Language Requirements:
** This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.
** Physical Demands :*
* • Sit:
Frequently (34-66%)### ###
• Stand:
Occasionally (5-33%)### ###
• Walk:
Occasionally (5-33%)### ###
• Stoop/Bend:
Rarely (1-4%)### ###
• Reach:
Frequently (34-66%)### ###
• Crawl:
Not Applicable### ###
• Squat/Crouch/Kneel:
Rarely (1-4%)### ###
• Twist:
Occasionally (5-33%)### ###
• Handle/Finger/Feel:
Continuously (67-100%)### ###
• See:
Continuously (67-100%)### ###
• Hear:
Continuously (67-100%)
** Weight Demands:*
* • Lift
-Floor to Waist Level: Sedentary (