Culture rules at Delta Dental. It's key to our becoming the leading dental benefits carrier in the state, reaching over 500,000 Idahoans with our dental plans and community outreach programs. We're small on ego and big on grins. You'll see us involved in community events and "Did you make someone smile today?" on our To-Do lists. Our employees have the opportunity to make a difference in people's lives while working in an environment full of challenge, collaboration, flexibility, and industry-leading growth potential. Join our team committed to better oral health for all Idahoans.
The Accounting Manager oversees the day-to-day activities of the accounting team and provides leadership and direction. This position performs a wide variety of accounting duties, including producing monthly financial statements, preparing the quarterly and annual NAIC filings, and providing support on SOC 1 and 2 audits, GAAP and Statutory audits, and other regulatory audits and examinations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Financial
• Prepare various monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and NAIC statutory requirements.
• Assist in preparing the annual tax returns, working closely with outside CPAs.
• Oversee accounting functions including daily and month-end transaction postings, monthly close process, cash flow, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Manage consolidation and intercompany transactions.
• Prepare ad hoc reports as needed.
Audits:
• Maintain high data integrity, strong accounting controls, and separation of duties.
• Serve as the primary contact and lead for external audits, including SOC 1 and 2, GAAP, and statutory audits.
• Oversee internal audits and recommend changes or improvements.
• Provide support for regulatory audits and examinations.
Other:
• Maintain effective working relationships with key external partners and vendors, including financial, accounting, and actuarial partners.
• Manage staff, including hiring, coaching, developing, and engaging employees; establish goals and complete performance reviews.
• Promote innovation and continuous improvement by staying informed about relevant industry trends, emerging technologies, automation, data-driven solutions, and evolving best practices.
• Demonstrate digital fluency and the ability to lead teams through technology-enabled process changes.
• Evaluate and implement technology solutions while ensuring compliance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and financial controls.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s vision, mission, values, code of ethics, and compliance and security standards.
• Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• CPA designation preferred, but not required.
• A minimum of three to five years of experience in an accounting position, including one to two years in an accounting or finance supervisory position.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of GAAP, and audit techniques and practices required.
• Experience with dental or medical insurance industry and quality assurance preferred.
• Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and business processes through continuous learning and professional development.
• Experience evaluating and implementing process improvements using technology, data analytics, and automation tools.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
• Sitting/standing (alternatively) continuously.
• Keyboard use/repetitive hand motion.
• Strong comprehension, organization, reasoning, decision-making, and communication skills with significant impact on the department and organization’s credibility, operations, and service.