Staff Accountant Associate

AccountantThe Accountant prepares, analyzes and reviews financial statements using accounting principles in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and enterprise allocation methods.RequirementsEDUCATIONBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required. If degree is in Finance, successful completion of Intermediate Accounting I & II required. Employees within the accounting/finance function of the Enterprise who are actively enrolled in an accredited collegiate program in pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance will be considered once they successfully complete Intermediate Accounting I & II.EXPERIENCE Prior accounting experience desirable.ESSENTIAL SKILLS & ABILITIESCritical thinking, decision making, and organizational skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsDetail-orientedProficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access and Powerpoint).Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.SkillsAnalytical Decision MakingAnalytical Problem SolvingApplied MathematicsCollaborative CommunicationsCritical ThinkingCross-Functional PlanningData AnalysisData ManagementDeductive ReasoningDocument RecordingInformation OrderingInterpersonal Relationship ManagementMathematicsObject RecognitionOral CommunicationsPerforming Administrative ActivitiesResearchingSound JudgmentTime ManagementWritten CommunicationResponsibilitiesAssists with financial reporting audits, working with the internal audits, Arkansas Insurance Department, independent auditors, and/or Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.May assists in special projects, as directed.May be required to analyze and review financial statements for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.Performs general 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.CertificationsSecurity RequirementsThis position is identified as level three (3). This position must ensure the security and confidentiality of records and information to prevent substantial harm, embarrassment, inconvenience, or unfairness to any individual on whom information is maintained. The integrity of information must be maintained as outlined in the company Administrative Manual.Segregation of DutiesSegregation of duties will be used to ensure that errors or irregularities are prevented or detected on a timely basis by employees in the normal course of business. This position must adhere to the segregation of duties guidelines in the Administrative Manual.Employment TypeRegularADA Requirements1.1 General Office Worker, Sedentary, Campus Travel - Someone who normally works in an office setting or remotely and routinely travels for work within walking distance of location of primary work assignment.