Accountant IV

Join The BlueCross BlueShield Of South Carolina Family Of Companies

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 : Responsible for the most complex activities associated with maintaining ledger accounts and / or for developing financial statements and / or reports. Analyzes complex financial data and / or reports on the results and / or probable implications. Compiles financial information, processes journal entries into various accounts, and / or reconciles reports and / or financial data.

Logistics : Palmetto GBA one of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina's subsidiary companies.

Location : This is a full-time position (40 hours / week) , scheduled Monday through Friday in a typical office environment. You will work an 8-hour shift during our standard business hours of 8 : 00 AM to 5 : 00 PM . After a 90-day training period , the role offers a hybrid work schedule three days onsite and two days working from home . This role is located at 17 Technology Circle Columbia, SC 29203.

What You'll Do :

Exercises accounting control over a group of accounts within a given specialized area. Analyzes complex financial data and / or extracts and / or defines relevant information; interprets data for the purpose of determining past financial performance and / or to project a financial probability. Records, classifies, and / or summarizes financial transactions and / or events in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Provides information to customers, explains accounting transactions, and / or resolves accounting issues and / or discrepancies.

Prepares journal entries and / or reconciles the general ledger accounts. Analyzes financial transactions to ensure the proper recording of revenues to the general ledger. Researches expenses and / or explains cost and / or allocation variances. Prepares budget for assigned departments and / or assists cost center managers as needed. Ensures expenses are allocated in accordance with business contracts and / or departmental operating standards.

Develops financial reports for financial analysis, forecasting, trending, budgeting and / or results analysis. Uses various software applications, such as spreadsheets, relational databases, statistical packages, and / or graphics packages to assemble, manipulate and / or format data and / or reports.

Reviews the work of less experienced staff members. Prepares and / or presents training sessions in response to repetitive errors identified in the work performed by those associates. Reviews departmental policies, procedures, and / or forms used by the staff to identify areas of potential improvement in those documents. Suggests updates and / or improvements and / or prepares a preliminary draft of the policies including the updates or improvements as necessary.

Responds to requests for proposals. Develops rates and / or pricing assumptions. Reviews contract clauses. Prepares miscellaneous documents and / or detailed audit package that supports all elements of the proposal.

Handle special projects as assigned by department manager and / or or requested by other groups such as, but no limited to, coordination of various internal and / or external audit projects, compilation of data for audits by internal and / or external auditors, functionality of accounting / costing system, coordination and / or implementation of system enhancements and / or releases with information systems and / or working with information systems to test and / or monitor internal controls and / or corrective / preventive actions for department.

To Qualify For This Position, You'll Need The Following :

Required Education : Bachelor's in a job-related field with 24 semester hours in Accounting. (Anyone hired prior to August 1, 2008, in an accounting position only requires 21 semester hours of Accounting.)

Required Work Experience : 8 years of accounting experience.

Required Skills and Abilities : Comprehensive knowledge of fundamental accounting concepts, practices and procedures. Knowledge of mathematical and statistical concepts.

Able to persuade, influence or negotiate with others. Possesses excellent leadership, communication, organizational and analytical skills. Strong decision-making skills. Ability to work independently.

Required Software and Tools : Microsoft Office. Ability to use data retrieval applications.

We Prefer That You Have The Following :

Bachelor's degree-in Accounting or other job-related degree.

10 + years-of accounting experience.

Able to write complex queries using database software.

Experience with Costpoint.

Detail-oriented experience with account reconciliation, financial reporting and general ledger management.

Proficient at problem solving, improving processes and ensuring accurate, timely financial data.

Intermediate to Expert level Microsoft Excel / Access skills.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes The Following :

Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage

401k retirement savings plan with company match

Life Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO)

On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations

Education Assistance

Service Recognition

National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more.

What We Can Do For You :

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

What To Expect Next : After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements.