Job Posting Title

EGID Benefits Accounting Manager

Agency

807 HEALTH CARE AUTHORITY

Supervisory Organization

EGID

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

$80,119 / annual

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA), your work matters. Every day, our team helps ensure Oklahomans have access to better health and better care. Guided by our core values, Passion for Purpose, Trust & Transparency, Empowerment & Accountability, Best-in-Class, Outcome-Driven, and Servant Leadership, we foster a workplace where people feel supported, respected, and empowered to make an impact. Learn more about OHCA.

Let’s Talk Benefits

We know your great work deserves great support. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer for all eligible employees.

Generous state-paid benefit allowance to offset insurance premiums.
A wide selection of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions.
Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care.
Retirement Savings Plan with employer contributions.
11 paid holidays annually.
15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave in the first year.
Longevity Bonus recognizing years of public service.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility and tuition reimbursement.
Wellness benefits, including an on-site gym and fitness center discounts.

Job Description

Location: 4345 N Lincoln Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73105

Salary: $80,119 / annual

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday

Primary Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Agency/Division Information

The Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) works to ensure Oklahomans have access to better health and better care. The agency’s core values include passion for purpose, trust and transparency, empowerment and accountability, best in class and outcome-driven, and servant leadership. As part of the interview process, candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview at our Oklahoma City office.

Position Purpose

The Benefits Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the reconciliation processes to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial regulations. This role involves coordinating with various departments to reconcile accounts, identifying discrepancies, and implementing solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy.  

Principal Activities May Include:

Oversee the reconciliation of accounts to ensure all transactions are accurately recorded and discrepancies are promptly identified and resolved. 
Identify inefficiencies in current reconciliation processes and implement improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency. 
Manage the distribution of incoming work for the unit to ensure work is distributed evenly and deadlines are being met.  
Make account assignments for each representative, making changes to the assignments as needed to ensure workload is manageable.  
Lead, mentor, and develop the reconciliation team to ensure high performance and adherence to best practices and company policies. 
Ensure reconciliation processes comply with relevant financial regulations and standards and provide accurate and timely reports to management. 
Coordinate with various internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure effective communication and resolution of reconciliation issues. 
Lead recurring unit meetings and trainings. Attend department/division/agency meetings and any mandatory trainings provided by the division or agency.  
Manage the distribution of special projects to the unit, assist in the completion of special projects, serve on committees as requested, respond to internal and external inquiries within designated timeframes while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with EGID regulations and participate in implementation projects for the department, division and/or agency. 
Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competency Requirements

The Benefits Accounting Manager requires strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reconciliation processes, and regulatory compliance, paired with advanced Excel proficiency and the ability to analyze complex data sets with precision. This role demands the skill to identify discrepancies, streamline processes, and implement efficiency improvements while effectively managing workload distribution and meeting strict deadlines. Key abilities include leading and developing staff, coordinating across departments, maintaining confidentiality, and communicating complex financial information clearly to both internal and external stakeholders. Success in this position is supported by the Korn Ferry competencies of Ensures Accountability (driving accurate, timely reconciliation outcomes), Manages Complexity (navigating multifaceted financial data and compliance requirements), and Plans and Aligns (organizing team workload and prioritizing initiatives to meet organizational goals).

**To be considered for this position your application must include a resume/CV with complete work and education history.**

Education and/or Experience:

A master’s degree and 2 years of professional experience OR
A bachelor’s degree and three years of professional experience OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting 1 year of professional level experience for each year of the required education.

Preference Qualifications Include:

Proficient in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel)
Managerial experience in a professional level position
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance or closely related field
2 years of experience in bookkeeping work, insurance eligibility determination; the maintenance, analysis and reconciliation of insurance or benefits accounts or closely related work

Physical Demands

Must be able to remain sitting for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to move or lift up to 15 pounds at various times.

Work Environment

The office work environment includes regular exposure to general office equipment such as computer equipment, phones, and copy machines.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA), we’re proud to create a workplace where employees thrive. Named a Top Workplace in Oklahoma for five consecutive years, this achievement reflects the dedication and collaborative spirit of our incredible team. Here's what we offer to support employees and their family:

Generous state-paid benefit allowance to offset insurance premiums.
A wide selection of top-tier health insurance plans.
Optional flexible spending accounts for health care or dependent care expenses.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential support.
Wellness benefits, including an on-site gym and fitness center discounts.
11 paid holidays annually.
15 vacation days and 15 sick days in your first year.
Retirement Savings Plan with substantial employer contributions.
Longevity Bonus to reward years of service.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility and reimbursement for educational expenses.
Professional development training opportunities, including CEU support.

Accommodation Statement:

The Oklahoma Health Care Authority complies with applicable State and Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, disability, age, national origin, or genetic information. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Civil Rights Coordinator at 405-522-7335.

Notice to applicants:

Please add OHCAHR@okhca.org to the address book or “safe-senders” list in your email. All correspondence will come from this address. Be sure to check your junk folder. If you have questions about the status of your application, you can contact the HR team at 405-522-7093.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Current State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through Workday Jobs Hub.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

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