To learn more about Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield Hiring Policies, please click here. Applicants must be eligible to begin work on the date of hire. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. ARKANSAS BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD will NOT sponsor applicants for work visas in this position. Arkansas Blue Cross is only seeking applicants for remote positions from the following states: Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and Wisconsin. Workforce Scheduling Flex Job Summary The Accountant prepares, analyzes and reviews financial statements using accounting principles in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and enterprise allocation methods. Requirements EDUCATION Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required. If degree is in Finance, successful completion of Intermediate Accounting I & II required. LICENSING/CERTIFICATION CPA eligible. EXPERIENCE Minimum three (3) years' accounting experience. OR applicable Masters in related field with minimum one (1) years' experience. ESSENTIAL SKILLS & ABILITIES Oral & Written Communication Critical Thinking Decision Making Organizational Detail Oriented Proficiency using Microsoft Office such as Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. **THIS POSITION IS A FLEX ROLE. THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO BE IN OFFICE EVERY WEDNESDAY** Skills Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Oral Communications, Written Communication Responsibilities Analyzes and reviews financial statements for completeness, accuracy, and compliance., Assists in special projects, as directed., Assists with financial reporting audits, working with the internal audits, Arkansas Insurance Department, independent auditors, and/or Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association., Performs advanced accounting functions, including but not limited to preparation of journal entries, coding of invoices, accounting analysis and reconciliation.v, Performs other duties as assigned., Prepares supporting financial data as required., Reconciles, confirms and maintains general ledger accounts., Reviews the work of peers providing coaching and mentoring to less experienced accountants. Certifications Security Requirements This 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 Duties Segregation 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 Type Regular ADA Requirements 1.1 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. Arkansas Blue Cross has been named one of central Arkansas’ "Top Work Places" by the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette and has earned a top ranking in the large business category multiple times since 2012. Why? We Love our Employees At Arkansas Blue Cross, we care about the health, wellness, and even education of our employees. We offer many great incentives such as: Tuition reimbursement because we value education. Club Blue, a free, onsite gym to encourage exercise. Green Leaf Grill (onsite cafeteria) to help promote healthy eating. Incentives for wellness education and exercise. We Love the Family Environment The average tenure is 10 years with hundreds of employees having been here 15 years or longer. Truly a family atmosphere. Employees go out of their way to help fellow employees in times of need. We Love our Community At Arkansas Blue Cross, our employees care about their community and work together to help others. Our employees often volunteer at charity walks/runs. If you see a gathering of Blue T-shirts at an event, you are probably seeing our Blue team! Our employees organize fundraising events for a variety of charities. From scheduled casual days, to supply collections, to selling treats for a cause, our employees are always helping others. Whether it is within our state, around the world, or happening to one of our own, when disasters strike, our employees help wherever they are needed. It’s just another way we show that Blue cares.