Senior Audit, Governmental Accounting

BerryDunn — Assurance, Tax and Consulting

Governmental accounting consultant auditing Medicaid finances and federal grants for BerryDunn’s public-sector clients. Supporting consulting engagements, reconciliations, compliance, and project delivery.

Posted 8/12/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $80,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Governmental Accounting and Auditing Standards, with a strong focus on Medicaid regulations and financial management. Proven ability to manage client relationships, conduct thorough audits, and implement process improvements while ensuring compliance with GAAS and GAGAS.

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Governmental AccountingMedicaid Regulatory StandardsFinancial Data ReconciliationAudit Program GuidelinesCPA License

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Hard Skills

Governmental AccountingFinancial Statement ReviewsGeneral-Ledger ReconciliationsFederal-Grant Financial ManagementMedicaid Capitation ReconciliationsPMPM Financial StructuresFFP ReportingData AnalysisQuality Assurance ProceduresGAAS and GAGAS Compliance

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeMMIS/PRMMISEDI 835/834 FilesMedicaid Enterprise Financial Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA LicenseCertified Government Financial Manager

Industry Keywords

Governmental Accounting StandardsMedicaid2 CFR § 200Client EngagementAudit Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in client engagements from start to finish
Provide consulting services under the supervision of managers, senior managers, and principals
Maintain active client communication, manage expectations, ensure satisfaction, and lead change efforts
Recommend business, process, and internal-control improvements and serve as a client business advisor
Collaborate with team members to plan, develop, and implement project activities
Conduct research, data collection, fact-finding, data analysis, engagement documentation, and reporting
Assist with project management, progress tracking, document repositories, and deliverable quality assurance
Participate in business development and client-service opportunities for the governmental accounting group
Perform planning, testing, and documentation under GAAS and GAGAS
Conduct audits according to established audit-program guidelines
Research laws, guidelines, and reference materials
Stay current with governmental accounting and auditing standards
Understand and manage firm risk on audits and proposals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Minimum five years in the last six years of progressive professional experience in governmental accounting, general-ledger reconciliations, financial-statement reviews, and federal-grant financial management under GASB and 2 CFR § 200
Minimum three years in the last four years of hands-on experience applying Medicaid statutory and regulatory standards, including 42 CFR Part 438
Knowledge of Medicaid capitation reconciliations, PMPM financial structures, and FFP reporting
Proficiency reconciling complex financial data from MMIS/PRMMIS, EDI 835/834 files, and Medicaid enterprise financial systems
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to work independently, balance multiple assignments, and achieve quality results in a timely manner
Ability to build positive working relationships with staff and diverse constituencies
Knowledge of quality assurance/control procedures and proactive problem management
CPA license or Certified Government Financial Manager credential preferred
Ability to travel to client sites, including U.S. territories, up to 40%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus based on company and personal performance
Benefits supporting physical, mental, career, social, and financial well-being
Reasonable accommodation for the job application, interview process, or essential job functions