At Houston Methodist, the Accounting and Reporting Analyst position is responsible for identifying and compiling information for various governmental reports, including Medicare & Medicaid Cost Reports, Annual Tax Returns, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) claims, etc. Assists in researching government program rules and other complex issues. Prepares federal and state tax returns and ensures timely payment of taxes due. Interfaces across the organization with various system departments as well as government and business partner auditors. Reports financial information for various state and census surveys. Assists in annual operating budgets and maintains monthly budget information. Responsible for monthly closing duties which include journal entry preparation and account analysis.

This role will start as a hybrid position with in-office location at our Greenbriar facility:

PATIENT AGE GROUP(S) AND POPULATION(S) SERVED
Refer to departmental "Scope of Service" and "Provision of Care" plans, as applicable, for description of primary age groups and populations served by this job for the respective HM entity.

HOUSTON METHODIST EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS

• Provide personalized care and service by consistently demonstrating our I CARE values:
  • INTEGRITY: We are honest and ethical in all we say and do.
  • COMPASSION: We embrace the whole person including emotional, ethical, physical, and spiritual needs.
  • ACCOUNTABILITY: We hold ourselves accountable for all our actions.
  • RESPECT: We treat every individual as a person of worth, dignity, and value.
  • EXCELLENCE: We strive to be the best at what we do and a model for others to emulate.

• Practices the Caring and Serving Model

• Delivers personalized service using HM Service Standards

• Provides for exceptional patient/customer experiences by following our Standards of Practice of always using Positive Language (AIDET, Managing Up, Key Words)

• Intentionally collaborates with other healthcare professionals involved in patients/customers or employees' experiential journeys to ensure strong communication, ease of access to information, and a seamless experience.

• Involves patients (customers) in shift/handoff reports by enabling their participation in their plan of care as applicable to the given job

• Displays cultural humility, diversity, equity and inclusion principles

• Actively supports the organization's vision, fulfills the mission and abides by the I CARE values

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Interfaces across the organization with various system departments as well as external business partners and auditors. Responds to information requests from across the organization and a variety of government agencies.

• Effectively and proactively communicates with all stakeholders to research and resolve issues and discrepancies in a timely manner. Contributes to a positive working environment

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepares and submits the annual Medicare cost report for each Houston Methodist (HM) hospital and assists in cost report amendments, audit, appeals and reopening process.

• Independently prepares federal and state tax returns and ensures that taxes are paid timely.

• Extracts correct and accurate financial data from appropriate sources to report to and/or seek reimbursement from various government agencies.

• Prepares month end net revenue (N/R) and accounts receivable (A/R) valuation accurately and timely.

• Prepares journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and assists in other monthly and year-end net revenue (NR) and accounts receivable (AR) valuation.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists in researching government regulations (i.e. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), etc.) and ensures that reports and tax returns are in compliance.

• Confirms accuracy of data elements in reports and budget system through in-depth analysis and works to resolve inaccuracies.

• Brings issues/concerns to the attention of department management.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manages and analyzes big data files to support internal and external reporting for operations and, as needed, to respond to requests for information.

• Utilizes resources effectively and efficiently. Demonstrates responsible financial stewardship. Manages own time effectively and prioritizes work to achieve maximum results.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Seeks out opportunities to grow knowledge of Medicare reimbursement, tax regulations and the budget system. Shares knowledge and learnings with team.

• Proactively manages own professional development. Completes My Development Plan. (MDP).

• Proactively problem solves when challenges present themselves.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field

WORK EXPERIENCE

• One year experience in accounting or finance preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

• N/A

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED

• CPA - Certified Public Accountant - State Licensure

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations

• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security

• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

• Working knowledge of Medicare reimbursement, tax and/or FEMA rules preferred

• Strong knowledge of general software applications

• Strong accuracy, attention to detail and time management skills

• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate with all levels of the organization

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

• Uniform No
• Scrubs No
• Business professional Yes
• Other (department approved) No

ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

• On Call* Yes

TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**

• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes

Houston Methodist (HM) is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers.  HM consists of eight hospitals: Houston Methodist Hospital, its flagship academic hospital in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, and seven community hospitals throughout the greater Houston metropolitan area.  HM also includes an academic institute, a comprehensive residency program, a global business division, numerous physician practices and several free-standing emergency rooms and outpatient facilities.  Overall, HM employs over 25,000 employees.   Houston Methodist is supported by a wide variety of business functions that operate at the system level to help enable clinical departments to provide the best patient care and service in a spiritual environment.

In 2019 Houston Methodist and its physicians treat more than 6,333 international patients from more than 76 countries. Houston Methodist Global Health Care Services’ consulting and education divisions also provide advisory services and training and development to health care organizations around the world.