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

Required

• 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.