Senior consultant job description

Experienced professional who possesses extensive technical knowledge regarding the regulatory processes and practices in AEP's state jurisdictions or external state jurisdiction. Must possess the ability to communicate and coordinate work across multiple organizations to address complex problems or perform analysis outside the AEP footprint to accomplish goals established by operating companies and corporate business units for innovative rate solutions for rate cases, recovery clauses, audits, compliance filings, policy matters, and/or other proceedings. Must possess electric utility experience, and a knowledge of industry activity and outcomes regarding accounting practices, utility ratemaking, as well as detailed knowledge in the application of theory to perform mathematical analysis and solve problems with limited guidance from higher level personnel. Developed working knowledge of state regulations and standards, codes, concepts, systems, docket research and business processes relevant to work assignments. Provides high value input for corporate, operating company, and business unit regulatory strategy development and coordination, and support for recommended negotiation strategies. Possesses knowledge of developments, procedures and current events affecting regulatory activity, and provides input in the development of strategy regarding ratemaking based on the application of that knowledge. Able to educate others on interrelationships between cost drivers and revenue.
Essential Job Functions & Tasks:
Facilitates work activity of others to perform regulatory tasks, such as developing documents for internal use and external filings including, but not limited to: testimony, responding to discovery requests, responding to Commission audits, witness preparation, etc.; facilitate organizational unit activities; promotes professionalism and standards, influences the direction of thinking through the organizational unit as a recognized authority; and operates with minimal supervision in a complex environment. Expert level knowledge of regulatory matters for the applicable regulatory function performed. Regulatory matters include, but are not limited to: fuel accounting and reporting; state regulatory commission structures, processes, and roles; and utility ratemaking. May be asked to testify on behalf of the company, but is not a primary requirement of the role. Interprets regulatory needs and implements projects, analysis, and process work by establishing measurable goals, objectives and requirements relative to a specific area of responsibility; addresses company system-wide issues within specialized field of expertise; and reviews planned work of others. Anticipates, identifies, clarifies, resolves and initiates solutions to internal and/or external unique and specialized problems that sometimes involve analysis of inadequate or conflicting data; and facilitates the development of opportunities, new ideas and approaches that have system-wide impact. Works independently, with guidance only in the most complex matters, to prepare and present regulatory subjects and strategies in a clear, concise and effective manner to management and/or regulatory bodies; demonstrates a developed knowledge of the network channels within the company, other companies, professional organizations, and regulatory agencies. Makes complex decisions based on calculated risk and be held accountable for these complex decisions; has a very strong knowledge of the impact of the decisions made on other organizational units internal and external of the company; possesses expert knowledge to defend decisions that are made in the interest of the company; and demonstrates the ability to extrapolate beyond known facts to reach logical conclusions. Participate and/or lead in the use and development of moderately complex analytical tools to support regulatory planning and regulatory filings. Consult with others to understand, identify, prioritize and develop actionable recommendations. Develop and present analysis and solutions that support strategic initiatives. Other duties as assigned, including but not limited to, development of testimony, responding to discovery requests, responding to audits, participate in witness preparation, etc.
Requirements
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university AND 4 years relative field, operations or analytical experience OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university AND 8 years relative field, operations or analytical experience OR High School diploma or GED AND 10 years relative field, operations or analytical experience.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Master's degree is preferred. Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Professional Engineer, or similar certification/licensure is preferred. Proficiency with spreadsheets is required. Proficient oral and written communication skills, including the ability to articulate strategy and provide guidance to management and witnesses on case, are required. Must possess analytical problem solving skills. Required to work mandatory ”on-call” requirements over weekends, holidays, vacations, etc. as necessary to meet regulatory requirements, including filing dates required by the Company or as imposed by an applicable regulatory Commission. Occasional travel will be required, such as: to attend or testify at hearings, to support witnesses at hearings, to participate in Commission Staff and/or stakeholder meetings/events, to advocate the Company's position in various federal, regional, or state venues, to attend training, etc.


Physical demand level is Sedentary

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This position is responsible for preparing and reviewing the Medicare and Medicaid cost reports for all OhioHealth entities.

• This position will be responsible for ensuring the appropriate governmental (Medicare and Medicaid) reimbursement is received for OhioHealth.

• This position is primarily responsible for the proactive calculations and modeling of new regulatory changes and impacts as well as variance analysis of third-party liability accounts. Provides supporting work papers and documentation for third-party inquires.

• This position has supervisory oversight of the Reimbursement Analyst daily work schedule including flow of information, teaching of reimbursement fundamentals and principals, review of work and setting daily priorities.

• This positon supports the Director of Revenue and Reimbursement and Manager of Reimbursement with many special analysis throughout the year associated with revenue cycle, charge analysis, regulatory and financial reporting.

• The Senior Reimbursement Consultant will be a subject matter expert in the following areas, S-10, Wage Index, Bad Debts, Medicare Audits, Disproportionate Share, Indirect Medical Education, Graduate Medical Education, and Governmental Logs, (HCAP, UPL and Franchise Fee programs in the state of Ohio) as well as special projects as assigned.

• Extensive knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid cost reporting and reimbursement and remaining up to date with all regulatory requirements, both federal and state is required.

• The Reimbursement Consultant position leads, advises and consults various reimbursement financial projects, as well as special projects throughout the year and needs to be able to delegate direct reports assigned to the project or process while staying connected to both the pertinent details as well as the high level strategic purpose.

• The Senior Reimbursement Consultant is required to use extensive interpersonal skills in communicating with all management levels at OhioHealth.

• This role functions in a heavily matrixed environment and requires strong prioritization, communication and planning skills.
Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree: Finance (Required)
Min: Proficiency in Microsoft applications, knowledge of clinical & financial patient management systems, demonstrated ability in financial analysis and cost reporting.

Work Shift:
Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours :
40

Department
Reimbursement

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OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment

• • Provide education, sales leadership, and point-of-sale support for an integrated delivery of a suite of non-qualified solutions.
  • Provide case design expertise, COLI and mutual fund product knowledge, broker and agent inquiry resolution, and ultimate sales growth.
  • In coordination with the NQ RVP of the territory, create territory sales plans, incorporating the standard methodologies of market segmentation, wholesaling, and pipeline activity and management, while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
  • Build effective working relationships with a broad base of Principal wholesalers to increase the number of product solution relationships with our customers.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 8 years of equivalent experience with at least 4 years of related work experience required.
• Excellent organizational, problem solving, analytical, presentation and oral and written communication skills needed.
• Achievement oriented, relationship building and conceptual thinking skills are necessary, as well as being personable and assertive.
• Must be able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Ability to work in excess of 40 hours is necessary and requires the need to be on-call for job responsibilities.
• Travel required, including overnight stays.

Successful candidates will have the following skillsets:

• Strong working knowledge of non-qualified planning techniques, non-qualified plans, and employee benefits.
• Knowledge of COLI, variable life insurance, annuities and mutual funds.
• CLU, CFP, or ChFC designations.
• Experience with Salesforce.

Maintaining all applicable licenses is required for continued employment in this position.

• FINRA Series 6 and 63 (or equivalent) required within 120 days of hire (active license preferred).
• Must obtain appropriate state life insurance licenses within 60 days (active license preferred).

Salary Range Information Salary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Salary Range $70000 - $90000 / year Additional Information
Location

Territory of coverage includes the Mid-Atlantic (PA, NJ, NYC, MD, WV).

Preference for position to be based in Territory but will consider experienced, qualified candidates from outside territory.

Work Authorization/Sponsorship

At this time, we're not considering candidates that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States? This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please use the following links.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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