University of California San Diego

Government Cost Report Analyst - Hybrid - 139367

Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Nine years of related experience or a Bachelor's degree with five years of related experience in healthcare reimbursement.
  • Advanced knowledge of healthcare reimbursement revenue cycle and financial reporting best practices.
  • In-depth understanding of Medicare, Medi-Cal, and other payer regulations and their risk implications.
  • Strong data management and analytical skills for complex financial analysis.
  • Project management abilities with flexibility to adapt in dynamic environments.
  • Expertise in financial analysis and healthcare reimbursement reporting.
  • Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration across business and clinical areas.
  • Excellent communication skills for clear reporting and presentation of complex data.

Responsibilities

  • Support and analyze governmental reimbursement processes for various healthcare programs.
  • Prepare financial reports such as Annual Medicare Cost Reports and HCAI reports.
  • Develop and present audit responses for both internal and external reviews.
  • Monitor and assess the impact of state and federal healthcare payment regulatory proposals.
  • Lead and execute complex financial analyses related to reimbursement and net revenue impacts.
  • Identify areas for improvement in financial processes and reporting practices.
  • Collaborate with diverse teams on complex healthcare finance projects.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule allowing for both onsite and remote work opportunities.
  • Career appointment offering stability and full benefits.
  • Professional development opportunities to enhance skills and advance careers.
  • Access to comprehensive health and wellness programs.
  • Participation in a dynamic work environment focused on meaningful contributions to healthcare financial management.
Full Job Description
Payroll Title:
Department:
FINANCIAL SERVICES Hiring Pay Scale
$100,000 - $127,000 / Year Worksite:
Greenwich Drive Appointment Type:
Career Appointment Percent:
100% Union:
Uncovered Total Openings:
1 Work Schedule:
Days, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday

#139367 Government Cost Report Analyst - Hybrid
Extended Deadline: Thu 9/3/2026
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This position will work a hybrid schedule which includes a combination of working both onsite at Greenwich Drive (San Diego, CA) and remote.

The job title of this posting have been updated as of 08/26/2026. The minimum/preferred qualifications remains the same.

DESCRIPTION

The Government Cost Report Analyst provides support and analysis of government reimbursement for the hospital, this includes Medicare, Medi-Cal, and HCAI, etc. The Government Cost Report Analyst prepares monthly Accounts Receivable Valuation and Net Revenue Impacts. This role ensures timely and accurate financial and governmental reporting such as Annual Medicare Cost Reports, Annual and Quarterly HCAI reports. Prepares audit responses for all relevant external and internal audit reviews, including those conducted by Medicare, Medi-Cal, HCAI, OIG, and other agencies, as well as the health system's annual financial audit. The Analyst is responsible for monitoring of state and federal regulatory proposals related to healthcare payment policies with the ability to perform impact assessments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Nine (9) years of related experience, education/training, OR a Bachelor's degree in related area plus five (5) years of related experience/training. Related experience includes: Medicare, Medi-Cal, HCAI, OSHPD, P14, Medi-Cal Waiver cost report preparation or audit. Accounts Receivable Valuation and performing complex financial analysis. Hospital finance and budgets.
  • Maintains advanced knowledge in healthcare reimbursement revenue cycle workflow, financial reporting concepts and industry best practices. Proven ability to apply knowledge and skills to identify improvements.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of relevant department, medical center, and UC policies and processes. In-depth knowledge of relevant Medicare, Medi-Cal, and third party payer regulations. Ability to apply policy knowledge to proactively identify potential risk areas.
  • Advanced skills in data management and analysis.
  • Project management skills to lead a team, prioritize personal and team tasks and see projects through from inception to completion on schedule. Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility to effectively handle change.
  • Advanced knowledge of financial analysis, research, and reporting, particularly as it applies to reimbursement in healthcare settings.
  • Advanced interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively on highly-complex projects in a team environment with a wide variety of business and clinical areas.
  • Advanced communications skills, with the ability to interpret and convey complex clinical finance information in a clear, concise manner. Ability to prepare compelling and informative reports and presentations to all levels of staff and management.
  • Ability to perform all commonly applicable functions in word processing and spreadsheet software. Advanced knowledge of organization's Reimbursement Healthcare application programs to troubleshoot issues and recommend improvements in convenience and efficiency.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience working within a Health Insurance Company.
  • Experience working within a Medicare Intermediary.
  • Performed Impact Analysis of government regulations.
  • History with academic medical center, organ transplant hospital, Medicare Intermediary, Healthcare Consulting.
  • Experience demonstrating process improvement.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
  • Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
  • Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: Unclassified - No data available (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: Unclassified - No data available

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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About University of California San Diego

The University of California San Diego (UC San Diego) is a public research university in San Diego, California. Established in 1960 near the pre-existing Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego is the seventh-oldest of the 10 University of California campuses and offers over 200 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, enrolling approximately 38,325 students. UC San Diego is organized into six undergraduate residential colleges (Revelle, John Muir, Thurgood Marshall, Earl Warren, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Sixth College) and five academic divisions (Arts and Humanities, Biological Sciences, Jacobs School of Engineering, Physical Sciences, and Social Sciences). The university operates 19 organized research units (ORUs), including the Center for Energy Research, Qualcomm Institute (a branch of the California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology), and the San Diego Supercomputer Center.
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