Staff Accountant
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Summary Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations and other analyses as part of the month end close process. Ensure that the monthly close for EmblemHealth is performed timely, accurately and in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Participate in the development and enhancement of internal controls over financial reporting and process improvements to streamline the monthly close process. Support business processes by partnering with FP&A, IT, Operations, HR, and other internal business departments.Responsibilities:Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations as part of the month end close process.Ensure that journal entries, account reconciliations and other analyses are prepared in a complete, accurate and timely manner and that financial information is recorded in accordance with GAAP.Identify discrepancies with either data/information or processes; report on them as needed.Provide supporting financial analysis and other documentation to internal business partners.Prepare documentation in support of financial statements for internal and external auditors, as well as for CMS, DOH and DFS audits.Provide recommendation for process improvements.Collaborate across departments to improve on the company's overall internal control structure and design; implement best practices.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Accounting; MBA/MSA (preferred)2 - 3+ years of relevant, professional work experience (required)Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook) (required)Ability to organize and prioritize, and to successfully manage multiple tasks/projects with competing deadlines (required)Strong quantitative, data manipulation skills, and ability to work with large data sets while succinctly summarizingconclusions (required)Experience with Oracle Cloud or similar financial software (preferred)Strong understanding of GAAP (required)Strong communication skills (verbal, written, presentation, interpersonal) with all types/levels of audience (required)