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Veterans, Reservists, Guardsmen and military family members are encouraged to apply!!
We offer remote work opportunities (AK, AR, AZ, CA, *CO, FL, *HI, IA, ID, IL, KS, LA, MD, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NM, NC, ND, OK, OR, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA/DC, *WA, WI & WY only)
Job Summary
This position is responsible for the preparation of proposals that will be submitted to the Government in response to Government Change Orders or Request for Proposals (RFP) based on input from the business owners in a variety of health care related functions. Responsibilities include leading a team that will prepare both Cost and Technical proposals in response to Government requirements, recording and tracking of costs related to Contract Change Orders, and working with business owners to ensure that changes are implemented within agreed upon timelines.; This position involves collaboration with TriWest internal departments and senior Management, TriWest's external claims processor and other subcontractors as well as Department of Veterans Affairs and Defense Health Agency Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). This position will work with business owners to formally develop complete proposals based on man-hour and material estimates and/or utilize actual incurred man-hours to prepare Cost/Technical Proposals for submittal to the Government.
Education & Experience
Required:
- U.S. Citizenship
- Must be able to receive a favorable Interim and adjudicated final Department of Defense (DoD) background investigation
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field or equivalent experience
- 5 years of experience in cost accounting
- Three years TRICARE or healthcare operations experience
- Project and change management experience, including meeting facilitation and coordinating multiple projects with competing timelines
- Team-lead or people supervision experience
- Must have an understanding of Disclosure Statements and the application and allocation of appropriate rates to man-hour estimates.
Preferred
- Government Cost Accounting background is desirable.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
Key Responsibilities
- Functions as the project manager and facilitator in coordinating TRICARE program changes in line with new contractual requirements, working through appropriate TriWest departments.
- Supervise and manage the team to include recruiting, hiring, training, coaching, performance management, workload assignments and other human capital responsibilities.
- Facilitates project team meetings. Schedules and conducts weekly meetings on implementation plan and monitors progress to goal to meet timelines.
- Maintain, audit, and maintain the integrity of financial reporting, including contract modifications
- Perform Balance Sheet analysis and reconciliation of general ledger activity.
- Provide overall project assistance and support to the Accounting Manager.
- Coordinate with the Contract Management leadership on development and maintenance of procedures and documentation related to change order cost allocations
- Develop the initial costs of Change Orders and proposal preparation.
- Develop reports through nVision in PeopleSoft for Change Order reporting. Distribute applicable reports monthly to management.
- Establish, maintain, monitor, and reconcile all Change Order costs recorded in the General Ledger.
- Prepare journal entries for both actual and budget ledgers.
- Develop an understanding of contract modifications impact on the organization. Track actual cost outcomes and trends due to contract modifications against planned/proposals.
- Develops report writing and data queries for management presentation and analysis.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Regular and reliable attendance is required.
Competencies
Computer Literacy: Ability to function in a multi-system Microsoft environment using Word, Outlook, TriWest Intranet, the Internet, and department software applications
Information Management: Ability to manage large amounts of complex information easily, communicate it clearly, and draw sound conclusions
Organizational Skills: Ability to organize people or tasks, adjust to priorities, learn systems, within time constraints and with available resources; detail-oriented
Problem Solving / Analysis: Ability to solve problems through systematic analysis of processes with sound judgment; has a realistic understanding of relevant issues
Technical Skills: Working knowledge of GAAP, FAR and Cost Accounting Standards; business analysis and reporting; Proficient with Word and Excel; Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel); Knowledge of PeopleSoft financial application and nVision
Working Conditions
Working Conditions
- Works within a standard office environment, with minimal travel required
- Extensive computer work with long periods of sitting
Company Overview
Taking Care of Our Nation’s Heroes.
It’s Who We Are. It’s What We Do.
Do you have a passion for serving those who served?
Join the TriWest Healthcare Alliance Team! We’re On a Mission to Serve®!
Our job is to make sure that America’s heroes get connected to health care in the community.
At TriWest Healthcare Alliance, we’ve proudly been on that important mission since 1996.
DoD Statement
Our Department of Defense contract requires US citizenship and a favorably adjudicated DOD background investigation for this position.
Benefits
We’re more than just a health care company. We’re passionate about serving others! We believe in rewarding loyal, hard-working people who are willing to learn as they grow. TriWest Healthcare Alliance values teamwork. Join our team, fulfill your responsibilities, and you may also be considered for frequent pay raises, overtime opportunities to earn even more, recognition and reward programs, and much more. Of course, we also offer a comprehensive and progressive compensation and benefits package that includes:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
- Generous paid time off
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (with matching)
- Short-term and long-term disability, basic life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid volunteer time
Average salary for this role is around $120,000 *Depending on Experience
Equal Employment Opportunity
TriWest Healthcare Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are proud to have an inclusive work environment and know that a diverse team is a strength that will drive our success. To that end, TriWest strives to create an inclusive environment that cultivates and supports diversity at every organizational level, including hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and we highly encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
