Manager, Technical Accounting and Reporting

Remote, United States  | Finance & Accounting

Description

Position at GoHealth Urgent Care

JOB SUMMARY

In this role, you will be responsible for the preparation of technical accounting requirements for a variety of situations, transactions and contracts contemplated and entered into by the Company.  You will also be responsible for the drafting of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in conformity with US GAAP.  You will work across numerous departments to achieve high quality deliverables and work products.  The Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting Manager is a full-time role and reports directly to the Director of Accounting and External Reporting, with visibility across the Company.  The role will maintain close working relationships with the Director of Revenue Accounting, Director of Operational Accounting and Director of Treasury along with various other departments throughout the organization, including Business Development, FP&A and Legal. The individual serving in this role can work remotely, but will have to travel to the Company’s corporate headquarters in Atlanta, GA as needed.  

JOB REQUIRMENTS

Education
 
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required
Masters Degre in Accounting preferred
 
Work Experience
5+ years of progressive experience in accounting, with a focus on technical accounting and financial reporting required
Big 4 public accounting experience required
Prior accounting experience in healthcare industry preferred
 
Required Licenses/Certifications
 
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required 
 
Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
 
In depth knowledge of US GAAP reporting requirements
Excellent communication skills
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, with a commitment to meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software 
Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and influence decision-making at all levels of the organization.
Motivated by and thrives in a fast-paced environment with frequent ad hoc requests and changing priorities.
Core Competencies:  
Collaboration: Takes ownership for collectively establishing productive partnerships and relationships and seek to gain joint understanding of priorities and objectives so that the greater good of the organization and those we serve is always at the forefront.
Innovation: Consistently uses good judgment, applying creativity to overcome obstacles and increasing effectiveness and efficiency though process and other forms of innovation.
Diversity and Inclusion:  Fosters diversity and inclusion, to be able to better understand team members, our customers and partners.  Engages the strengths and talents of each GoHealth team member, creating an environment of involvement, respect and connection where the richness of ideas, backgrounds and perspectives are harnessed.
Integrity: Models and practices the highest ethical and professional standards; demonstrates pride and personal interest in our patients, partners and fellow team members, deeply engaging in the business. Makes decisions, with a focus on doing the right thing; treats team members, our customers, partners and vendors with dignity, consideration, open-mindedness and respect.
Accountability:  Always shows initiative, demonstrates a bias to action and gets things done. Actively accepts responsibility for diverse roles, obligations and actions that positively influence patient and customer outcomes, our partnerships and the healthcare needs of our communities.  
(Prioritized) Functional Competencies: to be selected and prioritized by the hiring manager for each position
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
 
Key Responsibilities:  Provide leadership and oversight to the Corporate Accounting and Consolidations group, including: 
•    Research and analyze new and existing accounting and reporting pronouncements, utilizing authoritative guidance and determining external disclosure requirements
•    Prepare technical accounting memos to document accounting conclusions and support positions taken on complex transactions
•    Support the implementation of new accounting standards and policies
•    Support the Business Development group by assessing and effectively communicating the potential accounting impacts of internal and external growth opportunities, including new joint ventures and M&A activity
•    Support in the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures to enhance internal controls and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
•    Assist in the implementation of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, providing technical expertise on accounting requirements, data migration, and process optimization.
•    Assist in supporting external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audit 
•    Ensure compliance with GAAP and SEC accounting and reporting standards
•    Prepare external financial statements and ensure compliance of and disclosures with relevant accounting and reporting standards
•    Review new contracts to assess and document appropriate GAAP treatment
•    Develop an in-depth understanding of significant transactions to assess their impact to all disclosures
•    Support ad hoc requests from executives to support business decision-making
 
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