What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Intern (Remote) position at CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield?
Resp & Qualifications
PURPOSE:
The Accounting Operations department at CareFirst is a fast-faced department that handles the day-to-day functions of the Accounting cycle including account reconciliations, journal entries, account research and analysis, and the month end account close process. This internship will provide an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment and participate in a variety of functions to obtain hands on experience relative to most organizations.
Principle Accountabilities
CareFirst runs a year-round internship program. The ideal candidate is someone who can work throughout the year at a minimum of 15-20 hours in the Spring/Fall and up to 40 hours in the summer.
Education/Experience: This position requires an individual working towards at least a Bachelor's degree from an accredited College or University. Junior or Senior Undergraduate or Graduate level student targeting majors in Accounting or Finance, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
Required Abilities/Skills
Salary Range Disclaimer
The hire range posted is an annual rate. All intern positions will be paid hourly.
Department
Accounting Operations
Equal Employment Opportunity
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Where To Apply
Please visit our website to apply: www.carefirst.com/careers
Federal Disc/Physical Demand
Note: The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him/her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs.
Physical Demands
The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position. Occasional walking or standing is required. The hands are regularly used to write, type, key and handle or feel small controls and objects. The associate must frequently talk and hear. Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.
Sponsorship in US
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship
PURPOSE:
The Accounting Operations department at CareFirst is a fast-faced department that handles the day-to-day functions of the Accounting cycle including account reconciliations, journal entries, account research and analysis, and the month end account close process. This internship will provide an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment and participate in a variety of functions to obtain hands on experience relative to most organizations.
Principle Accountabilities
CareFirst runs a year-round internship program. The ideal candidate is someone who can work throughout the year at a minimum of 15-20 hours in the Spring/Fall and up to 40 hours in the summer.
- Assist the Accounting Operations Department (CFA) with running daily check register reports that will be used for daily/monthly balancing
- Assist the Accounting Operations Department (CFA) with balancing the EFT and Out of Area Recovery Claims accounts for current and prior periods
- Assist the Accounting Operations Department (CFA) with performing research and analysis on various account reconciliations including corresponding with the CFA Finance team, offsetting transactions to determine any discrepancies, and communicating with management on your findings
- Assist the Accounting Operations Department (CFA) with preparing and submitting monthly journal entries
- Assist the Accounting Operations Department (CFA) with daily cash receipt applications
Education/Experience: This position requires an individual working towards at least a Bachelor's degree from an accredited College or University. Junior or Senior Undergraduate or Graduate level student targeting majors in Accounting or Finance, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
Required Abilities/Skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Must be reliable, hard-working and have a strong work ethic
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to positively interface with and establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal staff and external clients.
- Attention to detail and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task and reprioritize work as necessary
- Must have strong PC skills especially working in Microsoft Excel
Salary Range Disclaimer
The hire range posted is an annual rate. All intern positions will be paid hourly.
Department
Accounting Operations
Equal Employment Opportunity
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Where To Apply
Please visit our website to apply: www.carefirst.com/careers
Federal Disc/Physical Demand
Note: The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him/her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs.
Physical Demands
The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position. Occasional walking or standing is required. The hands are regularly used to write, type, key and handle or feel small controls and objects. The associate must frequently talk and hear. Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.
Sponsorship in US
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship
Salary : $18,720 - $26,000
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