Manager, Accounting

Overview

The Manager, Accounting role manages the daily operations of the accounting and reporting functions.

Responsibilities

• Manage, review, and ensure completion of all internal and external financial statements, including the compilation and presentation of regulatory financial statements, on a timely and accurate basis
• Analyze trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to support forecasting future revenues and expenses
• Review and approve internal/external payment requests for contracted arrangements to ensure timely and accurate payment
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to internal accounting processes to ensure practices align with organizational goals
• Maintain internal controls for related entities consistent with Model Audit Rule (MAR) requirements
• Lead the audit and ensure compliance with audit and reporting functions
• Research existing and new legislation, changes in financial accounting standards, and National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) statutory requirements; document impacts and accounting requirements (including journal entries and financial reporting presentation and disclosures) in compliance with GAAP, STAT and/or other external reporting
• Identify and oversee accounting requirements for new programs or program changes
• Assist in the implementation of new accounting-related systems
• Ensure on-time filing of all internal and external financial reports
• Review ad-hoc requests for information, schedules, and analysis for specific areas
• Manage departmental staff, including performance management and goal evaluation to direct reports
• Safeguard financial assets
• Perform other duties as requested

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science/Arts degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• Six (6) years of related experience in accounting/finance
• Familiarity with a variety of accounting concepts, practices, and procedures
• Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and/or Statutory Accounting Principles (STAT)
• Ability to lead and direct the work of others, including development, motivation, and rewarding of staff
• Demonstrated decision-making and analytical/problem-solving skills for complicated tasks
• Critical thinking and listening skills
• Ability to interact with all levels of management as well as external audit management
• Knowledgeable of internal control framework
• Problem-solving skills
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Business-related post-graduate degree
• Previous management experience
• Managed care or healthcare experience
• Previous experience in a large ERP system
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or other equivalent certification

Licensure & Certification

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or other equivalent certification is preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• $94,100.00 - $164,800.00
• Base compensation with eligibility for a bonus tied to company and individual performance
• Substantial and comprehensive total rewards package

Working Conditions

• General office environment; may be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• May be required to travel occasionally