Staff Accountant

Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield • Little Rock, AR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Accountant prepares, analyzes and reviews financial statements using accounting principles in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and enterprise allocation methods.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required. If degree is in Finance, successful completion of Intermediate Accounting I & II required.
• CPA preferred
• Minimum three (3) years' accounting experience. OR applicable Masters in related field with minimum one (1) years' experience.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office such as Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Nice To Haves

• CPA preferred

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and reviews financial statements for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
• Assists in special projects, as directed.
• Assists with financial reporting audits, working with the internal audits, Arkansas Insurance Department, independent auditors, and/or Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
• Performs advanced accounting functions, including but not limited to preparation of journal entries, coding of invoices, accounting analysis and reconciliation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Prepares supporting financial data as required.
• Reconciles, confirms and maintains general ledger accounts.
• Reviews the work of peers providing coaching and mentoring to less experienced accountants.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement.
• Club Blue, a free, onsite gym to encourage exercise.
• Green Leaf Grill and Green Leaf Grill Express, onsite restaurants in Little Rock that promote healthy eating.
• Incentives for wellness education and exercise

What This Job Offers

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