Corporate Accountant

Blue Cross of Idaho is looking for a Corporate Accountant. This position is responsible for preparing and recording monthly journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts, and maintaining accounting records used to prepare financial statements. Necessary skills include demonstrating the ability to analyze general ledger activity, account balances, and financial information to identify variances, trends, and discrepancies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to apply strong problem‑solving skills, logical reasoning, and professional judgment to investigate issues, determine root causes, and resolve discrepancies. The position also requires being able to effectively research and apply GAAP and Statutory guidance to support accurate financial reporting, ensure compliance with MAR controls, and have the ability to make informed decisions This position will need to work independently with limited supervision, and to communicate clearly and concisely.

In This Role, We Will Ask You To

• Prepare and record monthly journal entries
• Prepare monthly general ledger reconciliations and analyze variances
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, statutory reports, non-profit and other reports
• Participate in month and year-end close processes
• Assist in audit cycles by organizing data, preparing schedules, coordinating deliverables
• Ensure compliance with MAR controls
• Appy logical reasoning and professional judgment to resolve discrepancies and support decision‑making
• Perform research for GAAP and Statutory guidance on various accounting issues
• Perform other duties as requested
  
  

To Be Considered For This Opportunity, You Have

• Experience: 3 years of Accounting/Finance experience
• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; or equivalent work experience (two years’ relevant work experience is equivalent to one-year college)
• Other Skills: Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word skills
  
  

To Be Successful In This Role, You Have

• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to critically review one’s own work
• Ability to review, analyze, and reconcile financial data
• Ability to identify problems and work with manager to bring them to resolution
• Willingness to work with manager to prioritize assignments and meet multiple deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Desire to be a teammate and build relationships across Finance, Treasury, and Actuarial functions
  
  

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range is: $66,353 - $92,894. The position is eligible for an annual incentive bonus (variable depending on company and employee performance).

The pay range for this position takes into account a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, travel requirements, internal equity, business or organizational needs, and alignment with market data. At Blue Cross of Idaho, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top range for the position. Compensation decisions are dependent on factors and circumstances at the time of offer.

We offer a robust package of benefits including paid time off, paid holidays, community service and self-care days, medical/dental/vision/pharmacy insurance, 401(k) matching and non-contributory plan, life insurance, short and long term disability, education reimbursement, employee assistance plan (EAP), adoption assistance program and paid family leave program.

We will adhere to all relevant state and local laws concerning employee leave benefits, in line with our plans and policies.

Reasonable accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.