Manager, Accounting

TriWest Healthcare Alliance; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 117,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

Paid time off

401(k) Matching

Short-term and long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Paid volunteer time

Job summary

TriWest Healthcare Alliance in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Manager, Accounting to oversee financial reporting functions and lead assigned financial analysis processes within a DoD contract environment.

The role requires a BA/BS in Accounting, US citizenship, DoD background check, and 5+ years of management and general ledger experience, with GAAP and FAR knowledge and advanced Excel skills. Experience with government contracts and ERP systems is preferred.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting or related field required.
• U.S. Citizen and able to obtain favorable DoD background investigation.
• Five+ years of management or supervisory experience and/or equivalent.
• Five+ years of General Ledger experience and GAAP knowledge.
• Familiar with FAR and federal government contracting environments.
• Strong financial analysis and reporting capabilities; proficient with Word/Excel.

Responsibilities

• Supervises Accounting staff; hires, trains, coaches, and develops team.
• Ensures accuracy and timeliness of financial data across reports.
• Manages fixed asset system; coordinates capitalization and depreciation.
• Prepares periodic cost reports and budget analyses for senior management.
• Develops analyses for annual budget and reforecast processes.
• Maintains integrity of financial reporting and GAAP compliance.
• Prepares and reviews general ledger entries; supports audits.
• Implements and improves accounting systems and procedures.
• Ensures adherence to TriWest policies and documentation.
• Maintains reliable attendance.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Cost Accounting Standards

Federal Acquisition Regulations

Financial analysis

Excel proficiency

Word proficiency

Leadership/management

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Tools

PeopleSoft

ERP systems

Job description

Profile

Our Department of Defense contract requires US citizenship and a favorably adjudicated DOD background investigation for this position.

Veterans, Reservists, Guardsmen and military family members are encouraged to apply!

Job Summary

The Manager, Accounting is responsible for overseeing the financial reporting functions for TriWest as well as oversight in specifically assigned financial analysis processes.

Education & Experience

Required

• Bachelor's (BA/BS) Degree in Accounting or related field
• U.S. Citizen
• Must be able to receive a favorable interim and adjudicated final Department of Defense (DoD) background investigation
• Five (5) years increasingly responsible management and/or supervisory experience or equivalent background
• Five (5) years General Ledger experience
• Knowledge of GAAP and Cost Accounting Standards
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations
• Expertise with financial analysis and reporting
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel

Preferred

• Certified Public Accountant
• Working knowledge of health care government contracts
• PeopleSoft or other ERM system experience

Key Responsibilities

• Supervises Accounting staff in assigned area. Hires, trains, coaches, counsels, and develops staff.
• Ensures the accuracy and timeliness of financial data. Coordinates and confers with department heads and staff to ensure the accuracy of financial data.
• Manages the fixed asset system. Coordinates with Materials Management and Accounts Payable to ensure that all assets are capitalized and depreciated in accordance with TriWest's policies. Plans, organizes, manages, and participates in the operations and procedures of Financial Reporting.
• Facilitates and supervises the preparation of periodic cost reports and budget analysis
• Develops various analyses for the annual budget and reforecast processes to provide senior management with decision making tools.
• Maintains, audits, and ensures the integrity of all financial reporting to include, but not limited to, monthly financial statements issued to internal and external bodies and annual reports issued for publication.
• Prepares and reviews all entries to the general ledger for reliability, propriety, and compliance with GAAP.
• Designs, implements, and enhances systems and procedures (manual and automated), including general ledger, fixed assets, enrollment, change orders, and year-end and interim audits.
• Ensures TriWest procedures and documentation support departmental policies and procedures.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Competencies

Coaching / Training / Mentoring: Actively foster actions required for desired business outcomes through ongoing constructive feedback.

Commitment to Task: Ability to conform to established policies and procedures; exhibit high motivation.

Communication / People Skills: Ability to influence or persuade others under positive or negative circumstances; Adapt to different styles; Listen critically; Collaborate.

Computer Literacy: Ability to function in a multi-system Microsoft environment using Word, Outlook, TriWest Intranet, the Internet, and department software applications.

Coping / Flexibility: Resiliency in adapting to a variety of situations and individuals while maintaining a sense of purpose and mature problem-solving approach is required.

Delegation Skills: Provide clear performance expectations for projects and ensure adequate access to resources for completion.

Leadership: Successfully manage different styles of employees; Provide clear direction and effective coaching.

Multi-Tasking / Time Management: Prioritize and manage actions to meet changing deadlines and requirements within a high volume, high stress environment.

Technical Skills: Knowledge of GAAP and Cost Accounting Standards; Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations; Working knowledge of health care government contracts; Expertise with financial analysis and reporting; Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Working Conditions

• Works within a standard office environment , with minimal travel
• Extensive computer work with prolonged periods of sitting

Company Overview

Taking Care of Our Nation's Heroes.

It's Who We Are. It's What We Do.

Do you have a passion for serving those who served?

Join the TriWest Healthcare Alliance Team! We're On a Mission to Serve®!

Our job is to make sure that America's heroes get connected to health care in the community.

At TriWest Healthcare Alliance, we've proudly been on that important mission since 1996.

DoD Statement

Our Department of Defense contract requires US citizenship and a favorably adjudicated DOD background investigation for this position.

Benefits

We're more than just a health care company. We're passionate about serving others! We believe in rewarding loyal, hard-working people who are willing to learn as they grow. TriWest Healthcare Alliance values teamwork. Join our team, fulfill your responsibilities, and you may also be considered for frequent pay raises, overtime opportunities to earn even more, recognition and reward programs, and much more. Of course, we also offer a comprehensive and progressive compensation and benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Paid time off
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (with matching)
• Short-term and long-term disability, basic life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid volunteer time

TriWest job postings typically include a salary range, which can vary based on the specific role and location, but generally this position ranges from around $117,000 - $130,000 per year.

Equal Employment Opportunity

TriWest Healthcare Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are proud to have an inclusive work environment and know that a diverse team is a strength that will drive our success. To that end, TriWest strives to create an inclusive environment that supports diversity at every organizational level, and we highly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for positions based on merit and without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws.