Blue Cross of Idaho is looking for a Financial Accounting Analyst. This position is responsible for applying professional judgment in interpreting data for entry into the general ledger, preparing financial statements, tax and investment reports, and analyzing other complex financial information as requested. The ideal candidate approaches challenges with a proactive attitude, embraces learning opportunities, operates autonomously, and values collaboration with colleagues. Tax experience is preferred but not required.
This will be a hybrid role once training is complete. The selected individual will need to reside in the Treasure Valley area in order to be considered for the hybrid role. #LI-Hybrid
To be considered for this opportunity, you have:
Experience: 5 years of accounting experience, to include 3 years of public accounting experience
Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or related field; or equivalent work experience (Two years' relevant work experience is equivalent to one-year college)
Licenses/Certifications: CPA
To be successful in this role, you have:
Ability to review, analyze, and reconcile financial data
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to identify problems and recommend solutions
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present at an executive level
High level of organization and attention to detail
Desire to be a teammate and build relationships across finance, treasury, and actuarial functions.
In this role, we will ask you to:
Support in the preparation of financial statements, insurance industry financial reports and various other schedules and reports
Research and interpret accounting guidance on complex accounting and investment issues
Perform a variety of accounting tasks including interpreting data for input into accounting software
Prepare monthly reconciliations and analyze variances
Assist in the preparation of schedules for internal and external audits
Perform other duties as requested
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.
