Technician, Accounting II

Accounting Clerk

Under general supervision, performs a variety of routine to 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. Completes special projects and resolves routine problems.

This position is full time and will work Monday Friday, 40 hours per week in a typical office environment between the hours of 8 : 00 am - 5 : 00 pm with slight variations of starting and end times based on individual needs. This role is located at 17 Technology Circle, Columbia, SC 29203.

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and its subsidiary companies have contracts with the federal government subject to the Service Contract Act (SCA). Under the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), employees cannot opt out of health benefits. Employees will receive supplemental pay until they are enrolled in health benefits 28 days after the hire date.

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.

To qualify for this position, you'll need :

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

We prefer that you have the following :

Our comprehensive benefits package includes the following :

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.

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.