Senior Director, Financial Reporting and Accounting Policy

Zelis Healthcare Inc.; Atlanta, Boston, Morristown (GA, MA, NJ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Director of Financial Reporting and Accounting Policy to lead financial reporting and accounting initiatives. This pivotal role involves preparing quarterly and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and SEC regulations, and supporting IPO readiness efforts. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in accounting, strong leadership skills, and a passion for fostering a culture of innovation. Join a forward-thinking company that values collaboration and offers hybrid work flexibility, making it an exciting opportunity for professionals eager to make a significant impact in the healthcare financial sector.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of accounting experience with a foundation in public accounting preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of financial statements in compliance with US GAAP and SEC requirements.
• Coordinate with management and auditors for timely financial filings.

Skills

US GAAP

SEC Reporting

Analytical Skills

Decision-Making Skills

People Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

CPA

Tools

Workiva

Workday

Job description

Senior Director, Financial Reporting and Accounting Policy

Senior Director, Financial Reporting and Accounting Policy

Apply locations US NJ Morristown US MA Boston US GA Atlanta time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR108167

At Zelis, we Get Stuff Done. So, let’s get to it!

A Little About Us

Zelis is modernizing the healthcare financial experience for all by providing a connected platform that bridges the gaps and aligns interests across payers, providers, and healthcare consumers. This platform serves more than 750 payers, including the top 5 national health plans, BCBS insurers, regional health plans, TPAs and self-insured employers, and millions of healthcare providers and consumers. Zelis sees across the system to identify, optimize, and solve problems holistically with technology built by healthcare experts—driving real, measurable results for clients.

Position Overview

The Sr. Director, Financial Reporting and Accounting Policy will have overall accountability for leading financial reporting and accounting policy for the Enterprise. This role will drive our strategic initiative of public company readiness for our financial statement preparation process and formalization of accounting policies. The Sr Director, Financial Reporting and Accounting Policy also will provide accounting policy support and partnership to the business for complex transactions and M&A. The incoming leader will report to the Vice President, Corporate Controller, manage a direct staff of one to two professionals, and direct activities of outside service providers. The position can be based in one of three strategic locations: Morristown, NJ, Atlanta, GA, or Boston, MA.

What you'll do:

• Lead the preparation of quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements and management’s discussion and analysis in compliance with US GAAP and SEC requirements, with a focus on adherence to internal controls.
• Coordinate with senior management, external auditors, and internal teams to ensure timely and accurate financial statement filings.
• Support the implementation, operation and administration of new financial statement preparation technology (Workiva).
• Stay informed and lead implementation of emerging accounting pronouncements and disclosure requirements.
• Support IPO Readiness efforts in the areas of financial reporting including earnings release, investor relations materials, external presentations and Q&A preparation.
• Lead in-depth technical accounting research and mentor team members in preparing detailed documentation on complex accounting issues.
• Collaborate with Business Unit leaders to identify and resolve complex accounting issues, primarily in the areas of revenue recognition and software development expenditures.
• Oversee several technical accounting areas, including goodwill impairment, equity valuation, derivatives and stock-based compensation accounting.
• Support Learning and Development initiatives by coordinating and delivering training on technical topics, including policy update or implementation to support.
• Build, maintain, and continuously refine global accounting policies.
• Attract, retain, organize, develop, manage, recognize and reward a motivated team capable of achieving short and long-range business objectives.
• Promote a culture of innovation and leadership with a commitment to the Company’s core values.

What you'll bring to Zelis:

• 12+ years of high-quality professional experience; substantive accounting training and foundation in public accounting preferred.
• 5+ years of experience being a people leader.
• Bachelor’s degree (B.S./B.A.) in accounting or related field.
• CPA required.
• Excellent organizational, management, analytical & decision-making skills.
• Advanced technical accounting knowledge of US GAAP and SEC Reporting standards, and experience with writing technical memos and policies.
• Experience with Workday and Workiva is preferred.
• Proven track record in people management and development.

Location and Workplace Flexibility

We have offices in Atlanta GA, Boston MA, Morristown NJ, Plano TX, St. Louis MO, St. Petersburg FL, and Hyderabad, India. We foster a hybrid and remote friendly culture, and all our employee's work locations are based on the needs of the position and determined by the Leadership team. In-office work and activities, if applicable, vary based on the work and team objectives in accordance with Company policies.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Zelis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Accessibility Support
We are dedicated to ensuring our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation with any part of the application and/or interview process, please email [e-mail] .