Consultant, Medicaid

Overview BerryDunn is seeking an Entry Level Staff Consultant to join BerryDunn’s Medicaid Practice Group. As an Entry Level Consultant at BerryDunn, you will accelerate your professional and personal growth through learning and collaborating with senior members of our Medicaid Practice Group. You will learn to provide services to state Medicaid agencies throughout the country in the design, development, financing, implementation, and evaluation of their Medicaid programs. You will be responsible for facilitation and support of meeting activities, research, and other project support activities. Activities will primarily focus on Advanced Planning Document (APD) narrative and financial development. State Medicaid Agencies (SMAs) use the APD process to request and receive funding approval from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The Entry Level Staff Consultant role takes direction from a Senior Consultant, APD Subject Matter Expert (SME), or other BerryDunn leader assigned to the project. Initial duties may include taking and distributing meeting minutes, tracking action items, working on PowerPoint slides and graphics, maintaining the schedule for client and team meetings, developing agendas for upcoming meetings, and helping with editing and document formatting. Staff Consultant responsibilities will vary based on the project and will expand beyond that of the APD focus area as time allows. Training for the Staff Consultant role supporting APDs will be provided and will consist of formal and partnered practice while being on the job. Excellent relationship and communication skills are vital to the success of this role. Successful candidates will be expected to learn quickly, perform basic APD updates and activities, and continue to perform increasing complex activities as they build skills and experience. Travel Expectations 25-50% on-site travel may be required with the possibility of additional travel as needed. Actual travel needs depend on client and project requirements. You Will Assist in providing consulting services to clients under the supervision of more experienced consultants. Provide support and/or develop client deliverables. Collaborate with team to develop project documents necessary to fulfill deliverable submissions. Communicate accurately and appropriately on behalf of the project team. Track and update project activities such as action items, risks, issues, and decisions. Prepare and edit meeting agendas, minutes, status reports, and briefings. Manage project lists, templates, deliverables, and shared materials in an online repository. Follow-up with team members on progress reports and deliverables. Provide support in meetings with the client, vendor, and team to document notes, action items, and follow-up as needed. Participate in team related meetings and training. Perform assigned administrative tasks efficiently and effectively, asking questions when instructions are unclear. Manage project SharePoint site. Continue to grow professionally through a program of self-development and formal continuing professional education programs. Participate/Support firm-wide initiatives, including new business development. Work toward obtaining appropriate professional certifications. You Have Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in related field. May substitute five years of applicable experience for degree. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. High degree of proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Experience reviewing, synthesizing, and drafting deliverables (i.e., MS Word documents). Compensation Details The base salary range targeted for this role is $65,000 - $75,000. This salary range represents BerryDunn’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. If an applicant possesses experience, education, or other qualifications more than the minimum requirements for this posting, that applicant is encouraged to apply, and a final salary range may then be based on those additional qualifications; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, years of experience, depth of experience, seniority, merit, education, training, amount of travel, and other relevant business considerations. BerryDunn Benefits & Culture Our people are what make BerryDunn special, and in return we strive to support our employees and help them thrive. Eligible employees have access to benefits that go beyond what’s expected to support their physical, mental, career, social, and financial well‑being. Visit our website for a complete list of benefits and a look into our culture: Experience BerryDunn. About BerryDunn BerryDunn is a leading national professional services firm providing assurance, tax, and consulting services to businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies throughout the US and its territories. Since 1974, we have been a client-centered, people-first firm with a mission to empower the meaningful growth of our people, clients, and communities. Led by CEO Sarah Belliveau, the firm has been recognized for its efforts in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, and for its focus on learning, development, and well‑being. Learn more at berrydunn.com. We will ensure that individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions. 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