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Senior Accountant

AT CVS Health
CVS Health

Senior Accountant

Chicago, IL

At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care.As the nation's leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues - caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.Company: Oak Street Health

Title: Senior Accountant

Location: Chicago, IL/Remote Role Description:

This is an exciting opportunity to join the growing Accounting team at Oak Street Health! This role is available due to internal promotions and Company growth. You will be responsible for the management of financial records, analysis of financial data, and compliance with accounting principles and standards. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated and curious individual that possesses a strong analytical mindset and a deep understanding of accounting principles, excellent analytical skills, and a proven ability to respond quickly in a changing environment. This role requires strong oral and written communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, and the desire to innovate and improve. As one of our Senior Accountants, you will work directly with the Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager and other members of the Accounting and Finance teams.

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Core Responsibilities:
  • Support month-end close by preparing necessary journal entries, maintaining supporting documents, and providing internal reporting to management
  • This role will be primarily responsible for joint venture accounting, investment accounting, and other strategic Oak Street projects, which includes managing relationships with our partners, being involved in accounting and finance decisions, and making and preparing relevant accounting records
  • Assist in quarterly and year-end reporting to Oak Street Health and CVS management
  • Prepare account reconciliations and other analyses to ensure complete and accurate accounting
  • Maintain the general ledger, assist with inquiries from FP&A, provide requested documents to tax professionals and auditors
  • Support Sarbanes-Oxley section 404 compliance on internal controls over financial reporting for key processes
  • Perform other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Time management, ability to multi-task and decisiveness are critical to success
  • Ability to foster and maintain collaborative relationships with peers, business partners and other members of management
  • Knowledge of GAAP and other accounting concepts and experience in their application
  • Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills preferred
  • Workday financial skills preferred
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
  • Minimum 3 - 5 years of progressive public accounting or Corporate financial reporting
  • Public Accounting or Public company experience a plus
  • CPA preferred
What does being 'Oaky' look like?
  • Radiating positive energy
  • Assuming good intentions
  • Creating an unmatched patient experience
  • Driving clinical excellence
  • Taking ownership and delivering results
  • Being relentlessly determined
Why Oak Street Health?

Oak Street Health is on a mission to 'Rebuild healthcare as it should be', providing personalized primary care for older adults on Medicare, with the goal of keeping patients healthy and living life to the fullest. Our innovative care model is centered right in our patient's communities, and focused on the quality of care over volume of services. We're an organization on the move! With over 150 locations and an ambitious growth trajectory, Oak Street Health is attracting and cultivating team members who embody 'Oaky' values and passion for our mission. Oak Street Health Benefits:
  • Mission-focused career impacting change and measurably improving health outcomes for medicare patients
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and investment/retirement 401K match options
  • Health insurance, vision, and dental benefits
  • Opportunities for leadership development and continuing education stipends
  • New centers and flexible work environments
  • Opportunities for high levels of responsibility and rapid advancement
Oak Street Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and encourage all interested readers to apply.

Learn more at www.oakstreethealth.com/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-oak-street-health Anticipated Weekly Hours
40Time Type
Full timePay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:$46,988.00 - $112,200.00This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.Great benefits for great peopleWe take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits - investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:
  • Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.
  • No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
  • Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.
For more information, visit https://jobs.cvshealth.com/us/en/benefitsWe anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 05/30/2025Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.

Client-provided location(s): Chicago, IL, USA
Job ID: CVS-R0551846
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program