Senior Staff Accountant - GAAP, FEHB & Audit Lead

ADP; Elkridge (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

APWU Health Plan is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant in its Finance Department in Elkridge, MD. The role focuses on interpreting and administering corporate accounting policies to ensure GAAP and federal compliance, and supporting FEHB and related audits.

The position includes responsibilities from month-end closes to liaising with external auditors and supervising staff, with opportunities to lead special projects and contribute to budget management.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Professional certification as Certified Public Accountant preferred.
• Minimum of 5 to 8 years’ experience in accounting or audit position.
• Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARS) and federal reporting requirements.
• Must be capable of obtaining/maintaining government clearance through OPM.
• Excellent analytical and time management skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• PC skills necessary and experience in the use of automated accounting systems preferred and working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Prepare variance reports, financial projections, financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Manage the Health Plan’s FEHB cash flow position including Letter of Credit drawdown.
• Perform monthly, quarterly and year-end closing journal entries for FEHB.
• Act as liaison to external audit team and facilitate annual audits for FEHB and 401k Plan Audits.
• Complete special projects and reports as requested by senior management.
• Provide back up to Senior Accountant and Staff Accountant II.
• Operate within the unit budget.
• Perform reconciliations for FEHB.
• Supervise, motivate and counsel direct reports.
• Update standards and unit procedures on a timely basis.
• Administer Health Plan personnel policies/CBA accurately and equitably.

Skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

PC skills

Education

B.S. Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Automated accounting systems

Job description

APWU Health Plan is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant in its Finance Department in Elkridge, MD. The role focuses on interpreting and administering corporate accounting policies to ensure GAAP and federal compliance, and supporting FEHB and related audits.

The position includes responsibilities from month-end closes to liaising with external auditors and supervising staff, with opportunities to lead special projects and contribute to budget management.