Bookkeeper I

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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.

Job SummaryThe Bookkeeper processes and records financial transactions, maintains financial records, and validates financial data. Accurate and timely preparation and processing is essential to this role. Incumbent will be assigned to a specific functional area and utilizes various bookkeeping and financial related software applications

Requirements

EDUCATION
High School diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of college accounting coursework: Principles I and II preferred.

EXPERIENCE
Minimum three (3) years' accounting, finance or other related experience, preferably with a health insurance company.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & ABILITIES

Proficiency using computer applications, which includes spreadsheets, word processing, and database applications. Microsoft Excel experience required.

SkillsAccounting, Analyze Information, Bookkeeping, Detail-Oriented, Highly Organized (Inactive), Logical Thinking, Microsoft Office Suites including Excel and Word (Inactive), Multitasking, Oral Communication (Inactive), Professional Judgment, Self-Starter, Strong Interpersonal Communication (Inactive), Written Communication

ResponsibilitiesAssists in other projects and duties, as assigned, Operates within financial systems which supports processing and reporting in accordance with corporate policy and safeguarding procedures., Performs bookkeeping cycle of duties, which may include general ledgers, account receivable, accounts payable, bank reconciliation, billing, reporting etc. necessary for the accurate and timely performance of the various functional activities., Researches, reports, and responds timely to inquiries and requests for action; collaborates with customers, external vendors and/or internal departments as needed., Takes responsibility for increasing job knowledge, familiarity with financial operations, and problem-solving skills.

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 TypeRegular

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.