What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial and Regulatory Analyst position at Delta Dental Plan of Michigan, Inc.?
Job Title: Financial and Regulatory Analyst Number of Positions: 1 Location: Okemos, MI Location Specifics: Hybrid Position Job Summary: At Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana we work to improve oral health through benefit plans, advocacy and community support, and we amplify this mission by investing in initiatives that build healthy, smart, vibrant communities. We are one of the largest dental plan administrators in the country, and are part of the Delta Dental Plans Association, which operates two of the largest dental networks in the nation. At Delta Dental, we celebrate our All In culture. It’s a mindset, feeling and attitude we wrap around all that we do – from taking charge of our careers, to helping colleagues and lending a hand in the community. Job Summary: To lead and ensure accurate investment accounting, regulatory and financial reporting and analysis to the Enterprise. Primary Job Responsibilities: Creates, analyzes and records Statutory journal entries for the quarterly and annual financial statements. Records and reviews journal entries and reconciles investment accounts for multiple affiliated companies. Communicates and resolves investment accounting and reporting issues with the affiliated investment advisor and BPO investment accounting vendor. Prepares and reviews all aspects of the statutory quarterly and annual statements, including all supporting schedules as it relates to investments. Researches technical investment accounting and reporting issues. Assists in the annual audits and regulatory financial examinations and acts as a liaison with the external auditors relating to the audits and the financial statements. Ensures financial reporting system and general ledger fields are properly updated. Identifies and recommends process improvements and procedural changes to enhance the Finance department effectiveness. Determines the impact of regulations on GAAP and Statutory reporting requirements. Leads the development of the annual budget and ongoing forecasts for assigned departments and affiliates. Analyzes and interprets cost and expense variances to management. Works with management to contain costs and forecast expenses. Creates monthly management reporting package with financial statements and supporting documentation and analysis. Assists with preparing necessary documents for Board of Director and Finance Committee meetings and reporting to outside partners. Perform other related assigned duties as necessary to complete the Primary Job Responsibilities as described above. #LI-Hybrid Minimum Requirements: Position requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field and a minimum of five years' experience in corporate financial accounting, finance, investments and/or public accounting. Experience with statutory accounting and investments accounting and related software is preferred. A certified public accountant (CPA) or certified management accountant (CMA) designation is also preferred. Will accept any suitable combination of education, training, or experience. The company will provide equal employment and advancement opportunity within the context of its unique business environment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, familial status, citizenship, genetic information, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, height, weight, military status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law or ordinance. Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana has been a dental benefits leader for more than 60 years, and today with our affiliates, we are one of the largest dental plan administrators in the country. It’s our mission to improve oral health through benefit plans, advocacy and community support, and we amplify this mission by making investments that build healthy, smart, vibrant communities. We celebrate diverse thought and foster a culture where employees go All In – for the company, themselves, their colleagues and their communities. Employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) savings plans, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement or educational assistance. Employees are also eligible for annual incentive compensation based on annual business goals. Additionally, employees receive eight hours of paid volunteer time each year, access to an on-staff health coach and personal trainer, plus many other perks. Delta Dental is an Equal Opportunity Employer.