Senior Accountant

The expected pay range is based on many factors such as geography, experience, education, and the market. The range is subject to change. This is a remote position. Must reside in California. What You Will Be Doing: - As the Senior Accountant, you will support management in decision making by performing or overseeing financial functions related to the collection, recording, analysis and presentation of accurate financial statements, in a manner that ensures accuracy and integrity of financial data and meets internal and external requirements. - Under general supervision, you are also responsible for preparing, reviewing, analyzing and monitoring financial data, and distributing financial reports. Essential Functions - Manages the month-end close and reviews balance sheet account reconciliations; makes corrections as necessary. - Reviews the accounts variance analysis reports and makes recommendations as necessary. - Creates, maintains and distributes internal and external financial reports, and associated support files and systems. - Assists in preparing for, conducting and overseeing audits, and associated corrective action plans and other activities. - Develops and maintains documentation of processes, procedures and other items. - Provides training and guidance and reviews work of less senior staff. - Creates and maintains routine and ad hoc reports, and other documents. - Provides backup to various activities, including payroll, check runs, capitation and membership accounting. What You Bring: Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies - Produces work that is accurate and complete. - Produces the appropriate amount of work. - Actively learns through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures to learn. - Rebounds from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations. - Knows the most effective and efficient process to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. - In-depth knowledge of accounting and auditing theory, principles and practices, and ability to apply to a wide variety of accounting transactions. - Interpersonal skills -interacts effectively with individuals both inside and outside of HPSJ; relates openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people. - Strong oral and written communication skills, with ability to explain complex information and present financial information in meaningful formats. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. - Demonstrated commitment to HPSJ’s strategy, vision, mission and values. - Ability to proactively identify issues, present alternative solutions with pros and cons of each, and make recommendations for implementation of solutions to those problems. - Time management and organizational skills. Uses time effectively and efficiently. Values time. Concentrates his/her efforts on the more important priorities. Can attend to a broader range of activities. Meets deadlines. - Strong knowledge of data analysis and communication/reporting tools and techniques, with ability to perform analysis and resolve problems of moderate complexity and recognize and act on trends. - Strong skills in data identification, integration, validation, manipulation, interpretation and reporting. - Strong skills in automated accounting systems including report writing. - Basic leadership skills, including but not limited to the ability to influence without authority and motivate others. - Demonstrated commitment to HPSJ’s strategy, vision, mission and values. - Ability to comprehend changes in laws relating to finance, and draft policies and procedures for documenting compliance. - Strong mathematics skills, including the ability to calculate ratios, perform simple algebra and statistical formulas. - Advanced skills in Excel, including ability to create complex formulas, pivot tables, macros and VLookup. - Strong skills in Windows, Word and Outlook. - Ability to handle confidential information with appropriate discretion. - Ability to speak and be understood in English. Preferred - Knowledge of and skills in Great Plains. - Knowledge of and skills in Management Reporter. - Knowledge of QNXT as it relates to accounting. - Knowledge of managed healthcare accounting. What You Have: Education and Experience - Bachelor’s degree in accounting; and - At least three years creating journal entries, reconciling and analyzing accounts, preparing and analyzing financial statements; and - Experience as an accountant in a managed care organization; or Equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Experience - in accounting in a health plan, managed care, Medi-Cal/Medicaid and/or Medicare. What You Will Get: HPSJ Perks - Competitive salary - Robust and affordable health/dental/vision (90% paid medical for employees and 100% paid dental/vision for employees) with choices in providers. - Generous paid time off (starting at 3 weeks of PTO, 4 paid floating holidays including employee’s birthday, and 9 paid holidays) - CalPERS retirement pension program, automatic employer-paid retirements contributions, in addition to voluntary defined contribution plan - Two flexible spending accounts (FSAs) - Employer-Paid Term Life and AD&D Insurance - Employer-Paid Disability Insurance - Employer-Paid Life Assistance Program - Health Advocacy - Supplemental medical, legal, identity theft protection - Access to exclusive discount mall - Education and training reimbursement in addition to employer-paid elective learning courses. - A chance to work for an organization that is mission-driven – our members and community are at the core of everything we do. - A shorter commute ­– if you’re commuting from the Central Valley to the Bay Area. - Visibility and variety – you have a chance to work with people at all levels of the organization, and work on diverse projects. - At this time, the Health Plan does not sponsor visa. Candidates must have legal and valid work authorization, Green Card, or U.S. citizenship. Physical Demands - Work may require frequent sitting, standing, and walking, constant repetitive motion, frequent talking and listening, closeup and distance vision requirements. - Some work may require occasional travel based on the responsibilities of the position and business needs and occasional handling materials up to 50 pounds. Emotional/Psychological Demands - Ability to cope with a fast-paced work environment, working under pressure, dynamic priorities and deadlines, constant decision making, working irregular hours, emotional and sensitive situations. Work Environment - Work may be performed in a remote, hybrid, or onsite setting depending on the requirements of the position and business needs. - For roles performed remotely, employees are expected to maintain a secure, distraction-free workspace, and reliable internet connectivity consistent with company standards. Important Notice - The duties, qualifications, and physical and emotional requirements listed in this job description are not exhaustive. - Health Plan of San Joaquin reserves the right to revise this job description at any time.