Manager, Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting
Atlanta, GA - USA
Job Summary
At Zelis we Get Stuff Done. So lets get to it!
A Little About Us
Zelis is modernizing the healthcare financial experience across payers providers and healthcare consumers. We serve more than 750 payers including the top five national health plans regional health plans TPAs and millions of healthcare providers and consumers across our platform of solutions. Zelis sees across the system to identify optimize and solve problems holistically with technology built by healthcare experts driving real measurable results for clients.
At Zelis AI is woven into the fabric of how we work. Every associate is expected - and empowered - to partner with AI to challenge the status quo accelerate innovation and amplify their impact. This is a place for builders with a growth mindset who act with agility embrace change and use modern technology to shape smarter solutions exceptional experiences and the future of our industry for our clients customers and our culture.
A Little About You
You bring a unique blend of personality and professional expertise to your work inspiring others with your passion and dedication. Your career is a testament to your diverse experiences community involvement and the valuable lessons youve learned along the way. You are more than just your resume; you are a reflection of your achievements the knowledge youve gained and the personal interests that shape who you are.
Position Overview
The Manager Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting will be a key contributor to the Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting team supporting the Senior Director Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting. This role focuses on delivering value to the Company and external users through accurate and efficient preparation of both financial statements and key internal financial reports. It also supports the implementation and ongoing application of various accounting standards helping ensure management has the information it needs to make sound business decisions. Within this role the Manager will work closely with teams across multiple organizations of the business as well as external parties. The ideal candidate must be able to work at a technical level (accounting research) and at a tactical level (analyzing data application of accounting standards and problem solving).What Youll Do:
- Prepares reviews and analyzes financial statements.
- Supports IPO readiness initiatives across financial reporting and technical accounting including audit-readiness SEC reporting preparation and reporting infrastructure improvements.
- Maintains a strong focus on internal controls over financial statement preparation including identifying gaps and helping build out and mature the control environment.
- Applies Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and develops or recommends accounting methods and procedures to ensure compliance with US GAAP.
- Assists with building maintaining and continuously refining accounting policies and serves as a primary point of contact for related inquiries.
- Prepares and reviews governance and stakeholder materials and presentations (e.g. Audit Committee Disclosure Committee lender reporting and other ad-hoc requests).
- Prepares reviews and analyzes ad-hoc reports for executive management.
- Provides support to internal and external auditors.
- Identifies recommends and implements process improvements to simplify standardize and streamline processes including documenting standard operating procedures.
- Supports research into accounting or disclosure issues as they arise with opportunities to draft technical accounting memos and support the implementation of new accounting standards as needed.
What Youll Bring to Zelis:
- 5 years of relevant work experience
- Bachelors and/or Masters degree in Accounting or Finance
- CPA designation
- Proven analytical problem identification and resolution skills
- Strong proficiency with US GAAP
- Demonstrated technical skills including: ability to research complex accounting literature and technical analysis with thorough level of documentation
- Candidate must be a pro-active self-starter with solid time management skills with the ability to work cross-functionally with multiple departments
- Must have the ability to handle changing priorities multi-task outside primary areas of responsibility establish good business relationships work directly with management and have demonstrated leadership ability to manage departmental projects and/or initiatives.
- Expected to handle confidential company financial and operational information in a responsible manner.
- Strong attention to detail critical thinking problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communications skills
- Strong management and interpersonal skills including team-orientation ability to collaborate with stakeholders ability to work independently high-degree of self-initiative and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced constantly changing environment.
- Preferred
- Public accounting background (Big 4 or national firm) with technology-sector client experience
- Experience with Workiva
- Familiarity with Workday Financials
Please note at this time we are unable to proceed with candidates who require visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Location and Workplace Flexibility
Zelis is headquartered in the U.S. with multiple locations across the country and in Hyderabad India. Check out our locations to learn more about our offices. All employee work locations are based on the needs of the position and are determined by the Leadership -office work and activities vary based on work and team objectives in accordance with Company policies.
While location expectations vary by role candidates within approximately 50 miles of a U.S. office are generally preferred to support collaboration when needed. Our hybrid approach is flexible and in-office presence is guided by team and business needs rather than a fixed weekly schedule.
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.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you dont meet 100% of the qualifications for the role. We believe in the value of diverse perspectives and experiences and are committed to building an inclusive workplace for all.
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 .
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities duties and skills from time to time.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Discover the connected platform that's bridging gaps and aligning interests of healthcare payers, providers, and healthcare consumers.