Staff Accountant II

Title: Staff Accountant II

Location: Urbandale, IA

Keywords : Accounting, US GAAP, ACH payments, Checks Reconciliations, Cash Applications, Excel -Pivot Tables and Vlook Ups, Cash Flow

Onsite: Everyday for training for 2 weeks; required to be onsite 6 days a month

Job Summary

May prepare journal entries, money moves, payments, billing, administrative system accounting reports and/or consolidated statements. Analyzes and maintains the general ledger accounts and/or client insured records.

May prepare and analyze various accounting reports including variances to forecast, budget and prior year; may coordinate revenue and expense accruals; may ensure timely and accurate monthly and quarterly close; Performs variation and trend analysis for key general ledger accounts or reports; may apply funds to insured records; may process refunds to insured records; may request payments for carriers and third parties. Findings may be presented to senior management, partners, carriers or clients.

Assists with the development, implementation and documentation of internal and external accounting and operating policies, procedures and process improvements for general accounting functions.

Verifies work of and provides guidance to less experienced levels of accountants or offshore staff. Position may provide functional advice or training to less-experienced accountant positions. Ensure compliance with corporate policies, carrier agreements, SOX procedures, SSAE16 procedures, tax regulations, local GAAP and US GAAP and local statutory regulations (as applicable) regarding financial matters.

Must have:

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices, including journal entries, general ledger maintenance, and financial statement preparation.
• Experience in preparing and analyzing various financial reports, such as variance analysis, budget vs. actuals, and forecasts.
• Understanding of corporate policies, SOX procedures, SSAE16 procedures, tax regulations, and GAAP standards, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and agreements.

Nice to have:

• Experience with Oracle will be helpful.