FINANCIAL COMPLIANCE AUDITOR:

Valley Hope has an exciting new opportunity for an experienced professional to join our team as the Financial Compliance Auditor.

Are you ready to join an organization where you can make an extraordinary impact, conquering addiction one patient and family at a time?  If so, Valley Hope welcomes you!

Per CMS Interim Rule, all Valley Hope employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19 or receive an approved medical/religious exemption.

WHY JOIN VALLEY HOPE:

For over 50 years, Valley Hope has specialized in providing addiction treatment and recovery services to those in need. We meet our clients where they are with love, compassion and respect, and guide them towards a journey of Recovery. This is the Valley Hope Way!

JOB SUMMARY: 

• Administers accounting software (Navigator) and other related ERP systems (Jet Reports) including user administration, system back-up duties, and other system-related responsibilities.
• Assists with maintaining accounting chart of accounts, create new accounts, and performs any necessary duties to keep the accounts up-to-date in the financial systems.
• Maintains current knowledge of changes to existing accounting standards and new accounting standards.
• Builds strong working relationships at all levels of the organization, fostering an environment of open and transparent communication under a mentality of “how can I serve you” attitude towards all personnel at corporate and the facilities. 
• Assists in preparation of monthly financial package for Board of Directors financial statements and other financial reports.
• Generates and provides a variety of financial reports for CFO as required on a routine basis or as requested.  Prepares ad-hoc financial analysis and healthcare informatics reports as requested. 
• Performs full spectrum of activities related to monthly accounting closing process, its accuracy and timely presentation according to GAAP procedures and tax regulations.
• Coordinates with Valley Hope Solutions on all related tasks involving inter-company billing, recording of royalties, and recording actual and budget information in the financial systems.
• Participates in accounting-related activities, implementation of new projects related to financial systems and the streamlining of current processes, with internal departments, Valley Hope Foundation, Valley Hope Solutions as well as with external partners such as auditors, software consultants, vendors, and insurance agencies.
• Communicates with facility Business Managers and their leadership teams, provides support for questions and issues, and provides any necessary training on all financial tasks.
• Assists with external auditors on annual reviews and any other audit-related tasks as assigned.
• Responsible for directing all phases of internal audit process.
• Responsible for leading special projects, process improvement efforts or ongoing administrative projects
• Proactively supports and facilitates staff to engage in continuous improvement activities
• Assists with month-end closing process for review with CFO, including Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow and Foundation Scholarship statements.
• Assists with financial forecasting models; accumulates and analyzes data from existing or established databases
• Prepare financial and statistical analyses, graphs, and presentation materials
• Assist with completion of annual financial audit, 990, Cost Report, and FFR
• Reviews financial data, aging reports, denials, and billing statistics, and identifies areas in need of improvement
• Research, analyze, and suggest resolution for patient/insurance company billing complaints and issues.
• Serves as a resource and/or back-up to Financial and Business Intelligence Analyst II and Asset and Accounting Manager.
• Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time.

COMPENSTATION:

 Starting Annual Salary: $63,000 - $78,000  (based on experience and education)

 BENEFITS: 

• Affordable health, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition Assistance – Up to $10K annually; $45K maximum benefit
• 8 Paid Holidays (Including 1 Personal Holiday)
• PTO – Up to 25 Days per year based on years of Services
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Health Saving and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Insurance
• And much more!

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Required:  This position requires the following educational and/or job experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration or equivalent combination of education and related work experience.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred 
• Three (3) plus years of progressive work experience in finance and accounting positions.
• Three (3) plus years of financial auditing experience.  

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration. 
• Five (5) years in auditing including public accounting and corporate industry
• Knowledge of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards

SKILLS & ABILITIES:  

• Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; demonstrated ability to speak effectively with peers, employees, leadership, and patients.
• Proficient with MS Office applications including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong and mutually beneficial relationships with relevant parties.
• Self-directed and motivated to accomplish tasks, meet objectives and committed timelines
• Well-developed analytical skills, ability to assimilate large volumes of information, prioritize issues, form conclusions, and determine appropriate actions.
• Ability to make sound and timely decision, to consistently delivery on commitments, and assume responsibility for results.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands and effectively manage multiple tasks and/or projects while being responsive and flexible.
• Ability to think analytically and apply critical thinking skills to issues. 
• Demonstrated ability to work with and maintain sensitive and confidential information.