Sr. Government Reporting Accountant

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

The Government Reporting Team plays a critical role in ensuring organizational compliance with complex reporting requirements and optimizing financial outcomes through strategic government contracting, primarily Medicare Cost Reporting and Indirect Cost Reporting. This team is responsible for the preparation, review, and submission of all federal, state, and local tax filings, as well as the development and negotiation of material government cost reports and proposals. This position focuses primarily on the Medicare Cost Report but contributes to the Indirect Cost Rate Proposal (ICRP), Fringe Benefit Proposal, Federal regulatory reporting and more.

At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, all employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect.

This role is a fully remote role.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the accuracy, integrity, and completeness of cost accounting data and its alignment with internal and external reporting standards.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of cost models, step-down allocations, trend analysis, and variance frameworks to support financial decision-making.
• Support the preparation and submission of the annual Medicare Cost Report, ensuring alignment with CMS guidelines and organizational objectives.
• Support the development and negotiation of the Indirect Cost Rate Proposal (ICRP) with cognizant federal agencies to recover allowable overhead costs.
• Support the development and negotiation of the Fringe Benefit Proposal with cognizant federal agencies to recover allowable fringe benefit costs.
• Maintain documentation and support for all cost allocation methodologies and assumptions.
• Support organizational compliance government reporting agreements and drive improvements in cost analysis, optimized reimbursement and data quality.
• Provide cost insights that inform strategic budgeting, planning, and performance monitoring across departments.
• Contributes to the evolution and strengthening of internal controls and compliance frameworks related to cost accounting. Work with stakeholders to analyze proposed regulatory rules for organizational impact to Medicare, Indirect Cost Rates, and Fringe Benefit reimbursement.
• Actively maintain, influence and improve cost accounting systems, reporting and processes.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5 years of experience in cost accounting.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, inventory valuation, and financial reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with data analysis tools.
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving ability.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across departments.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification such as CMA or CPA.
• Proficiency with PeopleSoft ERP systems and ability to learn new systems and concepts.
• Experience with Federal funded research models, familiarity with DHHS Indirect Cost or Fringe Rate Proposals
• Experience with healthcare provider industry, familiar with Medicare Cost Reporting
• Experience with Epic
  
  

The annual base salary range for this position is from $88,712 to $133,057, and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

This position is not eligible for H1-B sponsorship at this time.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).

Additional Information

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.