Accountant II

General Accounting Position

Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we've been part of the national landscape, 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 that allows us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!

Position Purpose:

• This is a General Accounting position that may include the following tasks: monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts related to direct and indirect costs, problem solving, researching, explaining variances, and recommendations of financial data to upper management and executives, assists with audits, sales/use tax returns, and keying invoices into the A/P system. Requires intermediate level of Excel experience, attention to detail and strong analytical ability to interpret financial data.

Logistics: Companion Data Services - one of the BlueCross BlueShield's South Carolina subsidiary companies.

• Location: This is a full-time Onsite position (40-hours/week) working an 8-hr shift Monday-Friday within the hours of 8:30am 5:30pm on-site at 2401 Faraway Drive Columbia SC, in an office environment.

What You'll Do:

• Reconciles assigned general ledger accounts of routine to moderate complexity. Initiates and/or processes journal entries into various accounts. Performs reviews of various systems activities for Financial and/or Operational reporting, which may include upper level review of co-workers or next level review.
• Prepares financial reports for financial analysis, forecasting, trending, budgeting, and/or results analysis to ensure transactions in the ledger tie to statistical files and/or various financial reports. Performs analyses of financial data to identify problem areas and/or report to management. Prepares supporting reports and/or spreadsheets required to prepare financial reports.
• Prepares spreadsheets for daily and/or monthly balancing and/or reconciling. Researches and/or completes account reconciliations to maintain accurate general ledger accounts. Resolves out of balance situations and/or ensures outstanding items do not exceed standard timeframe.
• Maintains documentation of work papers including costing, invoicing, allocation and/or other required auditable documents. Assists with all audit preparation and/or review. Assists internal and/or external auditors.
• Assists supervisor with special projects. May assist in directing activities of staff or a function.

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: 2 years of accounting experience.
• Required Skills and Abilities: Knows fundamental accounting concepts, practices and procedures. Possesses good communication, organizational and analytical skills. Ability to work independently.
• Required Software and Tools: Microsoft Office. Ability to use data retrieval applications.

We Prefer That You Have the Following:

• Preferred Work Experience: 3 years-of accounting experience.
• Preferred Software and Other Tools: Strong skills with MS Excel

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email mycareer.help@bcbssc.com or call 800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.