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- This role requires onsite attendance at our North Phoenix, Arizona office.
Our Department of Defense contract requires US citizenship and a favorably adjudicated DOD background investigation for this position.
Veterans, Reservists, Guardsmen and military family members are encouraged to apply!
Job Summary
This position supports the VP and Controller. Primary responsibilities include coordinating activities related to all financial period closings, recording financial transactions and coordinating activities related to the financial reporting and other financial operations of TriWest. Provide guidance, supervision, and assistance to the Accounting staff with direct oversight over the general ledger, financial reporting, accounts payable, and payroll functions. Oversight also includes recording and monitoring of change order accounting as well as ensuring expense transactions are in compliance with Cost Accounting Standards. Assists in resolution of contractual issues. Works with the VP, Controller on other financial activities of the Company such as purchasing, budget processes, and year-end audits and plays a key role in the development of cost proposals.
Education & Experience
Required:
- Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in Accounting or a minimum of thirty (30) semester hours in accounting
- Ten (10) years in Accounting and/or financial analysis and/or government contract administration or equivalent background
Preferred:
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
- Government contract administration experience
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, organize and direct the activities of the Financial Reporting and Financial operations of TriWest.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail regarding the recording and coding of financial transactions in compliance with GAAP and Cost Accounting Standards.
- Ensure the timely close of all financial periods and distribution of the Financial Statements.
- Coordinates the dissemination of financial statements and other reporting to management and the Board of Directors.
- Coordinate the dissemination of information and reports related to TriWest’s accounting, budgeting, cash control, and other financial functions.
- Perform Balance Sheet analysis and reconciliation of general ledger activity.
- Coordinate financial system interaction with other internal and external systems.
- Prepare and review journal entries.
- Establish and monitor financial and procedural controls and coordinate TriWest’s audits with external parties.
- Supervision and mentoring of accounting staff.
- Oversees payroll function.
- Assists in development of and execution of costing methods for change orders.
- Participates in development of cost proposals including those related to contract modifications and those related to new contracts.
- Maintains Disclosure Statement and rate model in support of Company cost proposal activities.
- Works with Contract Administration and assists in resolution of contractual issues.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Regular and reliable attendance is required.
Competencies
- Coaching / Training / Mentoring: Actively foster actions required for desired business outcomes through ongoing constructive feedback.
- Communication / People Skills: Ability to influence or persuade others under positive or negative circumstances; adapt to different styles; listen critically; collaborate.
- Computer Literacy: Ability to function in a multi-system Microsoft environment using Word, Outlook, TriWest Intranet, the Internet, and department software applications.
- Independent Thinking / Self-Initiative: Critical thinkers with ability to focus on things which matter most to achieving outcomes; commitment to task to produce outcomes without direction and to find necessary resources.
- Information Management: Ability to manage large amounts of complex information easily, communicate clearly, and draw sound conclusions.
- Leadership: Successfully manage different styles of employees; provide clear direction and effective coaching.
- Organizational Skills: Ability to organize people or tasks, adjust to priorities, learn systems, within time constraints and with available resources; detail-oriented.
- Problem Solving / Analysis: Ability to solve problems through systematic analysis of processes with sound judgment; has a realistic understanding of relevant issues.
- Technical Skills: Knowledge of GAAP and Cost Accounting Standards; knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations; working knowledge of health care government contracts; expertise with financial analysis and reporting; proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PeopleSoft.
Working Conditions
- Works within a standard office environment, with minimal travel.
- Extensive computer work with prolonged periods of sitting.
Company Overview
Taking Care of Our Nation’s Heroes. It’s Who We Are. It’s What We Do.
Do you have a passion for serving those who served? Join the TriWest Healthcare Alliance Team! We’re On a Mission to Serve!
Our job is to make sure that America’s heroes get connected to health care in the community. At TriWest Healthcare Alliance, we’ve proudly been on that important mission since 1996.
DoD Statement
Our Department of Defense contract requires US citizenship and a favorably adjudicated DOD background investigation for this position.
Benefits
We’re more than just a health care company. We’re passionate about serving others! We believe in rewarding loyal, hard-working people who are willing to learn as they grow. TriWest Healthcare Alliance values teamwork. Join our team, fulfill your responsibilities, and you may also be considered for frequent pay raises, overtime opportunities to earn even more, recognition and reward programs, and much more. Of course, we also offer a comprehensive and progressive compensation and benefits package that includes:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
- Generous paid time off
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (with matching)
- Short-term and long-term disability, basic life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid volunteer time
Equal Employment Opportunity
TriWest Healthcare Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are proud to have an inclusive work environment and know that a diverse team is a strength that will drive our success. To that end, TriWest strives to create an inclusive environment that cultivates and supports diversity at every organizational level, including hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and we highly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
