Corporate Accountant

Blue Cross of Idaho • Meridian, ID

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Blue Cross of Idaho is looking for a Corporate Accountant. This position is responsible for preparing and recording monthly journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts, and maintaining accounting records used to prepare financial statements. Necessary skills include demonstrating the ability to analyze general ledger activity, account balances, and financial information to identify variances, trends, and discrepancies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to apply strong problem‑solving skills, logical reasoning, and professional judgment to investigate issues, determine root causes, and resolve discrepancies. The position also requires being able to effectively research and apply GAAP and Statutory guidance to support accurate financial reporting, ensure compliance with MAR controls, and have the ability to make informed decisions. This position will need to work independently with limited supervision, and to communicate clearly and concisely.

Requirements

• 3 years of Accounting/Finance experience
• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; or equivalent work experience (two years’ relevant work experience is equivalent to one-year college)
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word skills

Nice To Haves

• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to critically review one’s own work
• Ability to review, analyze, and reconcile financial data
• Ability to identify problems and work with manager to bring them to resolution
• Willingness to work with manager to prioritize assignments and meet multiple deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Desire to be a teammate and build relationships across Finance, Treasury, and Actuarial functions

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record monthly journal entries
• Prepare monthly general ledger reconciliations and analyze variances
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, statutory reports, non-profit and other reports
• Participate in month and year-end close processes
• Assist in audit cycles by organizing data, preparing schedules, coordinating deliverables
• Ensure compliance with MAR controls
• Apply logical reasoning and professional judgment to resolve discrepancies and support decision‑making
• Perform research for GAAP and Statutory guidance on various accounting issues
• Perform other duties as requested

Benefits

• 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
• paid family leave program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level