Controller, CPA

Overview

This role involves leading, managing, and overseeing all financial reporting and accounting functions for a health plan organization from both GAAP and SSAP perspectives. The position requires strong leadership of the accounting team, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and compliance with financial regulatory filings including NAIC and CMS.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Accounting team
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
• Oversee financial regulatory filings (NAIC and CMS)
• Lead and coordinate successful external audits
• Develop and manage financial controls and policies
• Perform balance sheet and SOX reviews for all lines of business
• Compile and communicate executive summaries and key financial metrics
• Participate in the development of strategic plans
• Coordinate projections with corporate Treasury on required RBC levels
• Provide oversight and support for month-end close activities, budget development, accounts payable functions, administrative cost review, state regulatory requests, and administration of the annual reinsurance program
• Collaborate with the CFO and other executives on key strategic initiatives

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred
• CPA certification required; experience in public accounting preferred
• Minimum 5 years of financial accounting experience, with required experience in the health insurance industry; Medicare Advantage experience preferred
• Preferred 10+ years in progressively advanced accounting roles
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and Statutory accounting in a health insurance setting
• Strong understanding of U.S. Regulatory and U.S. GAAP requirements
• Proven leadership skills with ability to lead, coach, develop, and promote talent
• Proactive, self-starter, and team player focused on high-quality service and exceeding stakeholder expectations
• Strong problem-solving skills with focus on efficiency and continuous process improvement
• Ability to explain financial implications to operating management and assist in improving financial performance
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, drive projects, and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent written and oral communication, relationship building, presentation, and collaboration skills
• Proven ability to interact effectively with all organizational levels including senior leadership, external regulators, and auditors

Compensation and Benefits

• Loan Forgiveness Program
• Competitive compensation
• Generous paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Student loan refinancing program
• Career development opportunities within a large healthcare organization and its subsidiaries

Location

Position location details are not specified in the description.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The employer is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Additional Information

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