Accounting Specialist (AR)

Blue Cross of Idaho•Meridian, ID

8h•$21 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Blue Cross of Idaho is seeking an Accounting Specialist II or III to perform detailed accounting assignments related to accounts receivable and process daily cash activities timely and accurately. Location: this is an onsite position at our Meridian ID campus. Required Experience : 2-4/+ years’ accounts receivable experience and cash processing, preferably in an enterprise setting. Experience should also span proficiency in Microsoft office programs (Outlook, Work and Excel). Additional experience with Facets is a plus. Your day may look like: Input and post premium payments to individual and group accounts. Process cash receipts and input into cash and general ledger systems. Deposit checks into proper bank accounts; reconcile deposits to bank statements on a daily and monthly basis. Review daily cash flow spreadsheets and ensure cash sheets are correct and reconciled to the bank statements and cash entry system. Ensure payments are applied and posted to accounts daily. Perform research and request bank documents as needed. Serve as a backup to determine proper segregation of cash receipts and deposit into appropriate bank account. Sort checks, coupons, and bills received into group, individual (non-group), miscellaneous accounts receivable, claims cash receipts and claims refunds to ensure accurate accounting and timely deposit of funds. Process NSF checks. Cash, credit, receipt process, separate between lines of business and enter information from the check, balance the checks, and send them to claims department for further processing. Close process for cash, credit, receipt. Special projects as requested. As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current hourly pay range is: $21.39 - $29.95 (Specialist II); $23.63 - $33.09 (Specialist III). The position is eligible for an annual incentive bonus (variable depending on company and employee performance). The pay range for this position takes into account a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, internal equity, geography, business or organizational needs, and alignment with market data. At BCI, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top range for the position. Compensation decisions are dependent on factors and circumstances at the time of offer. We offer a robust package of benefits including paid time off, paid holidays, community service and self-care days, medical/dental/vision/pharmacy insurance, 401(k) matching and non-contributory plan, life insurance, short and long term disability, education reimbursement, employee assistance plan (EAP), adoption assistance program and paid family leave program. We will adhere to all relevant state and local laws concerning employee leave benefits, in line with our plans and policies. Reasonable accommodations To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Requirements

2-4/+ years’ accounts receivable experience and cash processing, preferably in an enterprise setting.
Experience should also span proficiency in Microsoft office programs (Outlook, Work and Excel).

Nice To Haves

Additional experience with Facets is a plus.

Responsibilities

Input and post premium payments to individual and group accounts.
Process cash receipts and input into cash and general ledger systems.
Deposit checks into proper bank accounts; reconcile deposits to bank statements on a daily and monthly basis.
Review daily cash flow spreadsheets and ensure cash sheets are correct and reconciled to the bank statements and cash entry system.
Ensure payments are applied and posted to accounts daily.
Perform research and request bank documents as needed.
Serve as a backup to determine proper segregation of cash receipts and deposit into appropriate bank account.
Sort checks, coupons, and bills received into group, individual (non-group), miscellaneous accounts receivable, claims cash receipts and claims refunds to ensure accurate accounting and timely deposit of funds.
Process NSF checks.
Cash, credit, receipt process, separate between lines of business and enter information from the check, balance the checks, and send them to claims department for further processing.
Close process for cash, credit, receipt.
Special projects as requested.