Accounting Technician II (TRICARE)

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina•Columbia, SC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs a variety of routine to moderately complex clerical/accounting functions such as inventory balancing, reconciliations, generating refund request letters, processing disbursements and deposits, keying journal entries and logging items in accordance with standard procedures in one or more of the following areas; general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable or related financial area. May complete special projects. Description Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but we've been part of the national landscape for more than seven decades, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina … and much more. We are one of the nation's leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies, allowing us to build on various business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team! Position Purpose: Under general supervision, performs a variety of routine to moderately complex clerical/accounting functions such as inventory balancing, reconciliations, generating refund request letters, processing disbursements and deposits, keying journal entries and logging items in accordance with standard procedures in one or more of the following areas: general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable or related financial area. May complete special projects. Logistics: PGBA one of BlueCross BlueShield's South Carolina subsidiary companies. Location: This is a full-time position, with a Hybrid-schedule, working an 8-hr. shift (40-hours/week) Monday-Friday 7:30am – 5:00pm on-site at 17 technology Circle Columbia SC, in an office environment. Government Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance, which requires applicants to be a U.S. Citizen. SCA Benefit Requirements: BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and its subsidiary companies have contracts with the federal government subject to the Service Contract Act (SCA). To comply with the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), employees must enroll in our health insurance even if they have other health insurance. Employees will receive supplemental pay for health insurance until they are enrolled in our health insurance, first of the month following 28 days after the hire date. What You'll Do: Prepares various financial data associated with refunds, invoices, recoupments, adjustments, cash disbursements, deposits, check voids and reissues, disputes, correspondence, or other data in support of the finance or accounting function. Ensures data is complete, accurate, and organized for processing. Provides supervisor with daily, weekly, and/or monthly summary reports of accounting activities for the position. Completes moderately difficult research using financial reporting systems, files, and other means to identify errors such as overpayments or misapplication of funds. Resolves routine questions and problems, referring complex issues to higher levels. Performs calculations on financial documents to ensure accuracy of bank deposits, receipts, disbursements, refunds, or other accounting-related items. Provides other support duties related to the accounting/finance function that may include monitoring financial systems, keying journal entries, tracking funds, balancing accounts, maintaining inventory and receiving cash funds from customers, etc. May assists less experienced accounting clerks as needed. Determines, prepares, and distributes correspondence regarding monies due or erroneously received. Issues refunds as appropriate.

Requirements

Associate's in a job-related field.
2 years job related work experience
Microsoft Office.
Good oral and written communication and customer service skills.
Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
Strong business math skills.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge in Microsoft Excel, Access and Adobe Acrobat.
Previous TRICARE experience AND/OR government clearance preferred.
Banking experience preferred.
Able to work independently.
Able to manage distractions effectively.

Responsibilities

Prepares various financial data associated with refunds, invoices, recoupments, adjustments, cash disbursements, deposits, check voids and reissues, disputes, correspondence, or other data in support of the finance or accounting function.
Ensures data is complete, accurate, and organized for processing.
Provides supervisor with daily, weekly, and/or monthly summary reports of accounting activities for the position.
Completes moderately difficult research using financial reporting systems, files, and other means to identify errors such as overpayments or misapplication of funds.
Resolves routine questions and problems, referring complex issues to higher levels.
Performs calculations on financial documents to ensure accuracy of bank deposits, receipts, disbursements, refunds, or other accounting-related items.
Provides other support duties related to the accounting/finance function that may include monitoring financial systems, keying journal entries, tracking funds, balancing accounts, maintaining inventory and receiving cash funds from customers, etc.
May assists less experienced accounting clerks as needed.
Determines, prepares, and distributes correspondence regarding monies due or erroneously received.
Issues refunds as appropriate.