Waystar helps providers simplify healthcare payments and yield powerful results throughout the complete revenue cycle. Waystar’s healthcare payments platform combines innovative, cloud-based technology, robust data, and unparalleled client support to streamline workflows and improve financials so providers can focus on what matters most: their patients and communities. Waystar is trusted by 1M+ providers, 1K+ hospitals and health systems, and is connected to over 5K commercial and Medicaid/Medicare payers. Waystar is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate, value, and support diversity and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Accounting + Reporting Manager
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48 days ago
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Accounting + Reporting Manager
Waystar
ABOUT THIS POSITION We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manager, Accounting & Reporting to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial reporting, SEC reporting, technical accounting, and financial analysis. This role is critical to ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial reporting in compliance with SEC regulations. This role will have the ability to maintain and improve our financial reporting processes as a newly public company. WHAT YOU'LL DO - SEC Reporting: Assist in the preparation and filing of quarterly and annual reports (Forms 10-Q and 10-K) and other SEC filings (Forms 8-K, S-1, S-3, Proxy statements, etc.) in compliance with SEC regulations. - Financial Statements: Work closely with the Director, Accounting and SVP, Corporate Controller in the preparation of the consolidated financial statements and footnotes in accordance with US GAAP. - Technical Accounting: Research and analyze complex accounting issues and provide guidance on the interpretation of relevant accounting standards (ASC 606, ASC 718, ASC 350, etc.). Ability to concisely summarize complex issues in the form of technical accounting memos for numerous stakeholders’ review, as well as help operationalize plans to record new complex transactions or newly adopted accounting standards. - Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including finance, legal, investor relations, and external auditors, to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. - Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of the financial reporting process. - Ad Hoc Analysis: Perform ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as needed, specifically the potential accounting impact of complex transactions. WHAT YOU'LL NEED What You’ll Need - Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA certification is required. - Experience: 5+ years of experience in public accounting (Big 4 preferred) or a mix of public accounting and corporate SEC reporting. Direct experience with SEC filings and XBRL tagging preferred. - Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of US GAAP, SEC regulations, and disclosure requirements. Proficiency in financial reporting software (i.e. Workiva) and advanced Excel skills. - Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail. - Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization. - Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting. Bonus Points - High-level of enthusiasm and organizational skills - Knowledge of the healthcare and technology industries - Self-motivated, ability to work with little or no oversight while possessing a solution seeking attitude - Accepts responsibility for actions and understands the concept of ownership - Excellent oral and written communication skills with great attention to detail Skills Overview - Big 4 accounting experience preferred - CPA certification required - Strong US GAAP knowledge - Advanced excel and PowerBI skills - XBRL and SEC filing experience ABOUT WAYSTAR Through a smart platform and better experience, Waystar helps providers simplify healthcare payments and yield powerful results throughout the complete revenue cycle. Waystar’s healthcare payments platform combines innovative, cloud-based technology, robust data, and unparalleled client support to streamline workflows and improve financials so providers can focus on what matters most: their patients and communities. Waystar is trusted by 1M+ providers, 1K+ hospitals and health systems, and is connected to over 5K commercial and Medicaid/Medicare payers. We are deeply committed to living out our organizational values: honesty; kindness; passion; curiosity; fanatical focus; best work, always; making it happen; and joyful, optimistic & fun. Waystar products have won multiple Best in KLAS® or Category Leader awards since 2010 and earned multiple #1 rankings from Black Book™ surveys since 2012. The Waystar platform supports more than 500,000 providers, 1,000 health systems and hospitals, and 5,000 payers and health plans. For more information, visit waystar.com or follow @Waystar on Twitter. WAYSTAR PERKS - Competitive total rewards (base salary + bonus, if applicable) - Customizable benefits package (3 medical plans with Health Saving Account company match) - We offer generous paid time off for our non-exempt team members, starting with 3 weeks + 13 paid holidays, including 2 personal floating holidays. We also offer flexible time off for our exempt team members + 13 paid holidays - Paid parental leave (including maternity + paternity leave) - Education assistance opportunities and free LinkedIn Learning access - Free mental health and family planning programs, including adoption assistance and fertility support - 401(K) program with company match - Pet insurance - Employee resource groups Waystar is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate, value, and support diversity and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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