The GMS Cost Estimator assembles and analyzes data to forecast profit and loss related to healthcare services, projects, or operational changes aiding financial planning and decision-making. Key responsibilities include cost analysis and forecasting, collaboration with stakeholders, cost management, and ensuring compliance with corporate policies, regulations, and statutes. Required qualifications include a bachelor's degree (preferably in finance, accounting, engineering, or business), strong analytical and technical skills, experience in healthcare cost estimation, and preferred professional certifications such as CCP or CEP.

• Data Analysis and Cost Forecasting: Analyzing available documentation to understand scope, identifying cost-influencing factors, and using historical data, trends, and research for accurate projections.
• Collaboration and Communication: Working with project teams and stakeholders, managing bids from vendors, and presenting detailed cost models and analyses to management and clients.
• Cost Management and Optimization: Evaluating cost alternatives and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Compliance and Documentation: Assisting with regulatory compliance, including cost transparency requirements, and maintaining cost databases and documentation.
• Other Duties as Assigned: Additional responsibilities may be assigned as appropriate.

• Requires a University Degree and minimum 6-8 years of prior relevant experience; some roles may require graduate-level education (Master's or Doctorate). Relevant experience may be substituted for formal education or advanced degree.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• 6 years in cost estimation techniques, modeling, and financial analysis, advanced Excel knowledge, and familiarity with industry software and databases.
• Healthcare revenue cycle knowledge.
• Experience with revenue cycle managed services or advisory services.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills for teamwork and meeting deadlines.

• A degree in finance, accounting, engineering, or business administration is preferred.
• Certifications: Professional certifications like Certified Cost Professional (CCP) or Certified Estimating Professional (CEP) from the Association for the Advancement of Cost Estimating (AACE International) are preferred.

Salary: The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Guidehouse will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law, including the Fair Chance Ordinances of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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