Manager, Corporate Accounting

The Manager, Corporate Accounting at OneOncology is responsible for producing accurate financial reporting deliverables in compliance with US GAAP. This role includes overseeing the month-end close process, preparing financial statements, managing internal and external audits, and improving accounting processes, all while collaborating with various departments.

To qualify for the Manager, Corporate Accounting position at OneOncology, candidates should have an accounting degree, ideally with a graduate degree, along with five years of experience in finance or accounting. Knowledge of GAAP, strong Excel skills, and an active CPA license or progression toward it are also required.

In the Manager, Corporate Accounting role, you play a crucial part in enhancing financial processes and reporting accuracy, which directly supports OneOncology’s mission of improving cancer care. Your work ensures that resources are effectively allocated and that financial operations are transparent, consequently benefiting both staff and patients.

OneOncology values detail-oriented candidates who possess strong communication skills, the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, analytical problem-solving capabilities, and a willingness to drive process improvement. Proven collaboration and interpersonal skills are also crucial.

The work environment for the Manager, Corporate Accounting at OneOncology is collaborative and energetic, reflecting our values-driven culture. We foster a supportive atmosphere where individuals are encouraged to take ownership of their projects and contribute to meaningful improvements in cancer care.

In preparing for this question, you should highlight specific instances where you managed financial statement reporting. Discuss the software you used, any challenges faced during the preparation, and how you ensured accuracy and compliance with GAAP.

To effectively answer this, share your strategies for managing time and prioritizing tasks. Highlight examples of how you have coordinated with your team or utilized technology to streamline the closing process and meet deadlines.

Discuss your approach to quality control by mentioning systems for reviewing and reconciling financial data, the importance of checklists, and how you communicate with your team to promote accuracy in financial reporting.

Prepare to detail a specific instance where you identified a bottleneck in a financial process, the steps you took to analyze and redesign the process, and the positive impact this had on your team or the organization overall.

In your response, convey a clear understanding of what US GAAP is, and its role in ensuring consistency and transparency in financial reporting. Offer examples of how you've applied GAAP principles in your work.

Showcase your collaborative skills by discussing your experience working with cross-functional teams, how you manage communication effectively, and provide examples of successful projects resulting from inter-departmental partnerships.

Talk about your experience collaborating with external auditing teams, ensuring compliance during audits, and how you help facilitate efficient audit processes while maintaining clear communication with auditors.

Highlight your problem-solving skills by explaining a systematic approach to identifying, investigating, and resolving discrepancies. Share a specific example if possible to illustrate your methodology.

Be prepared to discuss your experience with different accounting software such as Workday or ERP systems, and how you've leveraged technology to enhance financial reporting accuracy and efficiency.

Tailor your answer by aligning OneOncology's mission with your personal values and career goals. Discuss your enthusiasm for contributing to the healthcare sector and how your skills can help further OneOncology's objectives in transforming cancer care.