• Complete the month-end close in an accurate and timely manner including but not limited to preparing monthly journal entries, financial statement analyses, and balance sheet reconciliations in compliance with standards. • Partner in review and approval of journal entries, financial statement analyses, and balance sheet reconciliations of lower-level accountants. • Research technical accounting topics, prepare and publish whitepapers, and assist in the implementation of GASB pronouncements. • Process large financial data sets efficiently and effectively using advanced MS Excel, SQL, and/or MS Access. • Collaborate in the preparation of the monthly Board Report for the Board of Directors meeting. • Identify, research, and resolve complex accounting issues. • Perform complex ad-hoc analysis and projects independently, as needed and/or requested by leadership. • Continuous process improvement, standardization, and documentation of all responsibilities including policies, processes, procedures, workpapers, supporting schedules, reports, and related accounting and business activities. • Participate in the annual financial audit process. • Cross train on other Senior Accountants’ responsibilities for backup to avoid disruption in monthly process. • Work collaboratively across different teams to communicate and resolve issues and/or to complete responsibilities. • Gather, monitor, and analyze financial data, report and advise on accounting discrepancies, and utilizes professional judgment in the performance of accounting and financial activities to support financial reporting and decisions. • Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOP) for all areas of responsibilities. • Update job knowledge by keeping current with financial regulations and accepted industry practices and completing professional development courses. • Any other duties as required ensuring Health Plan operations are successful.