Manager Accounting

Delta Dental • Oakland, CA

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About The Position

The Manager Accounting will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department. Responsibilities include recommending and implementing policies and procedures, preparing and reviewing financial statements, financial filings and reports, managing the monthly financial close, department staffing, project oversight and other essential accounting functions as assigned.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience w/Bachelor’s degree
• 1+ years supervisory/management experience
• Advanced knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, general accounting structure, and statutory accounting
• Strong organizational, time management, project management, and multi-tasking skills
• Advanced analytical skills and problem solving skills with the ability to formulate and communicate recommendations for improvement
• Detail-oriented with strong computational and problem-solving abilities

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Oracle Cloud ERP systems is preferred
• Knowledge of insurance industry is preferred
• Knowledge of insurance products, policies, claims, eligibility and underwriting guidelines is preferred
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred

Responsibilities

• Manages and develops accounting staff to achieve departmental objectives including determining staffing needs, setting goals, interviewing, selecting, coaching, and evaluating the performance of all direct reports
• Ensures staff is trained and works with department and/or enterprise trainer to develop written training materials and procedures
• Prepares and reviews financial statements and financial reports
• Evaluates work/project requests to determine feasibility (cost/benefits analysis) and appropriate department resources
• Ensures work and projects are completed within schedules and budgets and takes corrective actions as needed
• Develops, monitors, and reconciles an annual departmental operating plan and budget
• Establishes goals and objectives that support the corporate mission and goals, and ensures individual performance goals support departmental goals
• Coordinates or facilitates problem solving meetings among department, division and enterprise-wide staff as appropriate
• Facilitates resolution of escalated problems or issues
• Recommends and implements department policies and procedures

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees