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Cost Accountant
| Company | Altru Health System |
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| Location | Grand Forks, ND, USA |
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| Salary | $73819.2 – $110718.4 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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| Experience Level | Mid Level |
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Requirements
- Experience in cost accounting within a healthcare setting (non-negotiable)
- Someone who’s led or contributed to a cost accounting implementation
- Knowledge of tools like StrataJazz, Epic, or Workday (bonus points for all three!)
- Bachelors – Accounting/Business Administration/Finance- OR -Bachelors – Related Field
- A minimum of 3 years Related Experience
Responsibilities
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- 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
- StrataJazz Administrator Certification | Strata Decision Technology | Preferred | Employee Provides a Copy
