Manager, Financial Reporting and Operations

Columbia University Irving Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia University Irving Medical Center is seeking a Manager of Financial Reporting to support internal and external reporting of the Dental Clinic. This role involves managing financial closes and reconciliations while analyzing financial results. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, a degree in Finance, and at least five years of financial management experience.

The position encompasses daily accounting operations and requires healthcare sector knowledge. The salary range for this role is $120,000 - $125,000.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressively responsible financial management experience.
• Healthcare sector experience is preferred.
• Experience with Medicaid, Private Insurance, and Managed Care providers is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support daily accounting operations of the Dental Clinic.
• Prepare quarterly financial statement analysis according to GAAP.
• Assist with annual financial statement audit of the Dental Clinic.

Skills

Oral and written communication skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Attention to details

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PeopleSoft

Job description

Grade 106

• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Salary Range: $120,000 - $125,000

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director for Financial Reporting, the Manager of Financial Reporting will be responsible for supporting internal and external reporting of the Dental Clinic, managing financial closes and reconciliations, as well as analyzing financial results. This role will liaise between the CUIMC Controller’s Office and the Dental School on accounting activities to ensure the integrity of the quarterly financial statements. The role also plays a key function in strengthening financial controls and improving financial reporting processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily accounting operations of the Dental Clinic as well as the monthly close, including preparation of reconciliation schedules and variance analysis.
• Prepare quarterly financial statement analysis according to GAAP; analyze variances between actuals and budget; and present findings and recommendations to the leadership.
• Prepare patient care revenue analysis by payor.
• Assist with annual financial statement audit and cost report preparation of the Dental Clinic through direct interaction with external auditors.
• Liaise with the University tax department for preparation of annual 990 for the Dental Clinic.
• Provide analysis to identify issues and understand fluctuations to help improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the financial operation of the Dental Clinic.
• Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard financial assets.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Finance, plus a minimum of five years of progressively responsible financial management experience. Healthcare sector experience is preferred.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly present and explain complex financial information to diverse audiences.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and enterprise financial systems; experience with PeopleSoft is preferred.
• Meticulous attention to details and the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, administrators, auditors, and regulatory agencies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with healthcare billing with Medicaid, Private Insurance and Managed Care providers is highly desirable.
• Public accounting experience or CPA license is preferred.
• Experience with Columbia University Accounting System (ARC) is preferred.

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