Accounting Manager

Liberty Dental Plan

. Lead and coordinate the monthly close process .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeTustin • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $116,000 - $132,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial statement preparation, compliance with U.S. GAAP, and treasury management, while effectively leading and developing accounting teams to drive operational excellence and process improvements.

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Financial Statement PreparationU.S. GAAP ComplianceTreasury ManagementAccounting LeadershipERP Accounting Systems

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Hard Skills

Month-End Close ProcessAccount ReconciliationAudit CoordinationCash Flow ForecastingInternal ControlsFinancial AnalysisVariance ExplanationsRegulatory ReportingStatutory AccountingProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCollaborationStakeholder Relationship Building

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA Designation

Industry Keywords

Healthcare IndustryInsurance IndustryManaged Care Industry

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and coordinate the monthly close process
Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, supporting schedules, footnotes, and disclosures
Review financial information for compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies
Maintain detailed account reconciliations and supporting documentation
Prepare management reports, financial analyses, and variance explanations
Oversee treasury activities, including cash management, liquidity monitoring, banking relationships, and intercompany transactions
Prepare and analyze monthly and quarterly cash flow forecasts and reporting
Support annual financial statement audits, statutory audits, and regulatory examinations
Review Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities
Partner with external auditors, consultants, banking partners, and system vendors
Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements and strengthen internal controls
Participate in strategic initiatives, special projects, and system implementations
Foster collaboration across departments
Lead, coach, and develop the accounting team
Set priorities, drive accountability, delegate effectively, and support professional development
Build stakeholder relationships and influence cross-functional initiatives
Champion continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
6+ years of progressively responsible accounting experience in a private industry environment
Minimum 2 years of accounting leadership or people management experience
Experience with month-end and year-end close processes
Experience with financial statement preparation and analysis
Experience with account reconciliations
Experience with audit coordination and support
Experience with treasury and cash management activities
Experience with internal controls and compliance
Experience working with ERP accounting systems
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
CPA designation preferred
Healthcare, insurance, or managed care industry experience preferred
Knowledge of statutory accounting and regulatory reporting requirements preferred
Experience supporting accounting system implementations or major process improvements preferred
Experience reviewing and implementing new accounting pronouncements and guidance preferred
No relocation assistance or sponsorship available at this time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay structure and savings options
401(k) retirement benefits, including employer match, Roth IRA options, immediate vesting during the Safe Harbor period, and access to professional financial advice through Financial Engines
Affordable medical insurance with low-cost premiums for employee-only coverage; employer subsidy for eligible dependents
100% employer-paid dental coverage for employees and eligible dependents
Vision insurance with low-cost premiums for employees and dependents
Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance equal to one times base salary, with options for additional supplemental coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Wellness programs, including company-wide wellness challenges, BurnAlong memberships, and gym discounts
Employee Assistance Program supporting mental health and well-being
Generous vacation and sick leave policies, with unused-time rollover
10 paid company holidays
Tuition reimbursement for eligible educational expenses
Remote or hybrid work options available for various positions