Independence
Location
Philadelphia, PA | United States
Job description
Our organization is looking for dynamic individuals who love to learn, thrive on innovation, and are open to exploring new ways to achieve our goals. If this describes you, we want to speak with you. You can help us achieve our vision to lead nationally in innovating equitable whole-person health.
At Independence, everyone can feel valued, supported, and comfortable to be themselves. Our commitment to equity means that all associates have a fair opportunity to achieve their full potential. We put these principles into action every day by acting with integrity and respect. We stand together to speak out against injustice and to break down barriers to support a more inclusive and equitable workplace. Celebrating and embracing the diverse thoughts and perspectives that make up our workforce means our company is more vibrant, innovative, and better able to support the people and communities we serve.
Job Responsibilities:
Prepares journal entries for certain general ledger accounts.
Analyzes and reconciles accounts and performs inquiries to reconcile variances, e.g. general ledger balances vs. subsidiary ledgers.
Addresses the usual and customary decisions, transactions and tasks associated with certain accounts.
Prepares all transactions in accordance with sound accounting practices and IBC policies.
Performs work in accordance with company deadlines.
Actively participates in the completion of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
Assists in providing responses to all questions and requests for information as it relates to certain general ledger accounts.
Assists with special projects as it relates to certain general ledger accounts.
Understands and can effectively communicate with respect to the activity recorded in assigned general ledger accounts; performs and appropriately documents analytical analyses monthly.
Assists with updating process and controls documentation for the functional area and assists with updating key controls for Model Audit Rule (MAR) purposes.
Assists with the preparation of data and information to Audit (Internal and External) as required for certain general ledger accounts.
Qualifications:
BS/BA (Accounting).
Working knowledge of US GAAP and specific practices/procedures associated with certain general ledger accounts.
Three or more years of progressively more responsible experience in accounting.
Working knowledge of supporting technologies (i.e. PeopleSoft) and large ERP systems.
Working knowledge in Microsoft Office tools (i.e. MS Excel, MS Word, MS Power Point) and working knowledge of other tools (i.e. MS Access).
Must possess the following competencies:
Attention to detail.
Demonstrates good judgment in analyzing reasonableness of data.
Maintains strong accuracy; utilizes specific approaches and tools for checking and cross-checking own outputs.
Communication
Communicates messages effectively to audience.
Writes clearly and understandably, using appropriate words and grammar.
Speaks and presents clearly and understandably, using appropriate words, grammar and mannerisms.
Demonstrates ability to actively listen to others and asks questions to gain a deeper understanding of the topic. Aware of and reacts appropriately to non-verbal cues.
Process Orientation
Describes and documents key business processes in own area.
Applies knowledge of business processes to achieve goals.
Maintains consistent process compliance.
Analytical
Able to read and understand reports and documents within own scope of responsibility.
Demonstrates ability to perform necessary research to understand reasonableness of data, summarize, and communicate trends.
Demonstrates ability to discuss the key concepts behind reports and documents.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Independence Blue Cross is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or disability.
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