Accounting Manager

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Join our award winning culture as we provide long-term care services to eligible elders and individuals with physical and intellectual or developmental disabilities. Position Summary: The Accounting Manager oversees and helps direct the financial, accounting, and related information systems functions for Lakeland Care (LCI). Recommends and implements accounting and financial systems to meet contract compliance requirements and strategic goals, and serves as financial advisor to LCI staff in their roles as they relate to fiscal aspects of the Family Care program. The Accounting Manager contributes to monthly analysis of metrics to identify variances and trends, assists in financial reporting, and conducts various analytical assignments as needed. Position works in collaboration with management, other financial and accounting functions, business support and IT functions to integrate analysis and provide accurate, timely, complete and relevant business and fiscal intelligence to organizational decision makers. Responsibilities & Competencies: Manage and oversee the staff and daily operations of the fiscal department. Establish and review internal controls, guidelines and best practices for all accounting related transactions for efficient workflow and conformity with accounting principles and auditing standards. Oversee the production of periodic financial reports including monthly and year-end processes; ensures that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles and financial reporting standards. Perform financial and root cause analysis and present findings and recommendations to various levels of leadership. Responsible for the organizational accounting information system with accompanying responsibilities in business systems analysis, workflow documentation and analysis, and technical communications for optimal performance. Analyzes accounting system design alternatives and identifies potential improvements and efficiencies to existing systems and processes. Oversee payment of provider claims. Guide and support claims staff in responding to provider and staff inquiries regarding claims and in submitting reprocessing requests to LCI\'s third party claims administrator. Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements and regulations, including but not limited to contract changes, overseeing annual audits, and encounter reporting. Interact with contractors, providers, auditors, customers, and LCI staff to address questions and facilitate accounting functions. Promote financial competencies and narrative in a member-centered environment. Write and revise policies and procedures as needed. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor\'s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Statistics, Business, or related field, or equivalent combination of formal education and experience. Certified Public Accountant (CPA), a plus. Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a position requiring development of progressively more complex analyses and reporting required. Ability to lead and develop staff and others across a wide spectrum of backgrounds. Ability to propose and develop metrics designed to meet organizational goals required. Experience with advanced level of Microsoft Excel required. Experience with accounting information systems preferred. Demonstrated strong analytical skills and proficiency in statistical and financial analysis required. Ability to summarize complex and technical information for lay and expert audiences required. Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills required. Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, evolving and team oriented environment with multiple priorities and objectives required. Knowledge of claims processing, especially Medicare and Medicaid claims, preferred. Knowledge or experience with managed care and insurance industry operations and unctions preferred; knowledge of Family Care program a plus. Knowledge or experience with the Encounter Reporting System a plus. Current driver\'s license, acceptable driving record and proof of adequate insurance required. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://www.lakelandcareinc.com/join-our-team/