Accountant II at CalOptima

CalOptima Health is seeking a highly motivated an experienced Accountant II to join our team. The Accountant II will perform complex professional accounting activities, which will support the preparation, recordation and reconciliation of accounting and business transactions. The incumbent will assist with maintaining the General Ledger system and provide management reports as needed. The incumbent will assist with proper financial reporting of CalOptima Health’s operations, participate in the general accounting functions and coordinate work with others in the organization.

Position Information:

• Department: Accounting
• Salary Grade: 310 - $72,096 - $115,353 ($34.66 - $55.4582)
• Work Arrangement: Partial Telework

**This position is eligible for telework in California.**

Duties & Responsibilities:

• 85% - Accounting
• Participates in a mission driven culture of high-quality performance, with a member focus on customer service, consistency, dignity and accountability.
• Monitor daily cash flow and prepare weekly cash forecast to ensure sufficient funds are available for operations.
• Reconcile bank accounts and investment accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Participates in the training of other staff on defined task processes as needed.
• Prepares and posts journal entries to the general ledger monthly.
• Participates in closing the books monthly and annually, in an accurate and timely manner.
• Participates in the completion of the monthly financial package.
• Assists with the completion of the financial and other regulatory audits.
• Assists with research of changing Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and regulatory guidelines or requirements as needed.
• Adheres to and follows the accounting department’s policies and procedures.
• Assists with developing policies, procedures and standards for accounting activities.
• 10% - Administrative Support
• Assists the team in carrying out department responsibilities and collaborates with others to support short- and long-term goals/priorities for the department.
• Maintains departmental records, reports and collects data for administrative and regulatory purposes.
• 5% - Completes other projects and duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field PLUS 4 years of accounting experience required; an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position such as those listed above may also be qualifying.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with health care or not-for-profit.
• Experience with financial audits.
• Experience with investment portfolios.

Required Licensure / Certifications:

• n/a

Knowledge & Abilities:

• Develop rapport and establish and maintain effective working relationships with CalOptima Health's leadership and staff and external contacts at all levels and with diverse backgrounds.
• Work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Work a flexible schedule; available to participate in evening and weekend events.
• Organize, be analytical, problem-solve and possess project management skills.
• Work in a fast-paced environment and in an efficient manner.
• Manage multiple projects and identify opportunities for internal and external collaboration.
• Motivate and lead multi-program teams and external committees/coalitions.
• Utilize computer and appropriate software (e.g., Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and job specific applications/systems to produce correspondence, charts, spreadsheets, and/or other information applicable to the position assignment.

Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations):

• Ability to visually read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information.
• Ability to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.
• Lifting and moving objects, patients and/or equipment 10 to 25 pounds

Work Environment:

If located at the 500, 505 Building or a remote work location:

• Work is typically indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours, with travel as needed.
• There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.

If located at PACE:

• Work is typically indoors in a clinical setting serving the frail and elderly.
• There may be harmful or hazardous environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud.

If located in the Community:

• Work is typically indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours, with travel as needed.
• Employee will occasionally work outdoors in varied temperatures.
• There may be harmful or hazardous environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud.

About CalOptima Health:

CalOptima Health is the single largest health plan in Orange County, serving one in four residents. Our motto — "Better. Together.” — is at the heart of our mission to serve members with excellence, dignity and respect. We are a public agency made up of compassionate leaders and professionals working together to strengthen our community’s health. We are continuing to build a culture that promotes diversity and inclusion within our community where employees have a sense of belonging, and are valued for their ideas, contributions, and their unique individual perspectives they bring. CalOptima Health has been recognized as one of Orange County’s best places to work, so we know there is something special about our organization. It is why people choose to work here and why they choose to stay!

About our Benefits & Wellness options:

At CalOptima Health, we know that a healthy and happy workforce is a thriving workforce, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including participation in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), low-cost medical/vision/dental insurance options, and paid time off. To support quality work-life balance, we allow flexible scheduling during core business hours, telework options for some positions, work schedules that allow every other Monday or Friday off (9/80 schedule), and a wellness program featuring diverse activities. Additionally, CalOptima Health contributes 4% of pensionable earnings to a 401(a) retirement program with no required employee contribution.

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