Accountant, Senior

JOB DESCRIPTION Your Role The Corporate Financial Accounting and Reporting team is responsible for the financial accounting and reporting for Blue Shield of California and its subsidiaries.
The Senior Accountant will report to the Accounting Manager.
In this role, you will be required to possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills to quickly identify, analyze and resolve complex accounting issues independently; be receptive to ambiguity and grasp new concepts with ease through the implementation of processes and procedures; take the initiative and be proactive in matters as it pertains to desk procedures; able to prioritize work to meet deadlines; prepare journal entries and account reconciliations independently; digest and apply accounting standards and regulations to prepare financial statements and filings; possess strong written and verbal communications skills with the ability to articulate to various levels and business departments across the organization.
Your Work In this role, you will: Perform monthly financial close activities, including preparing consolidated financial statements, journal entries, and account reconciliations Reconcile and maintain ledger accounts by ensuring balances are reconciled to supporting documentation, and reconciling variances are researched and resolved Prepare and support the preparation of regulatory financial filings Support financial audits and queries by compiling financial schedules, documentation and explanations Perform trend and fluctuation analyses of the financial statements to investigate significant variances Research discrepancies and other complex accounting issues, make corrections and recommend improvements Research new accounting standards and state insurance regulations; apply requirements to the preparation of financial statements and filings Create, update and improve upon Microsoft Excel workbooks that support regulatory financial filings and internal/external reporting Develop, maintain, and update desk-level procedures and process documents Other duties as assigned, including partnering with other departments to support various business initiatives QUALIFICATIONS Your Knowledge and Experience Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field required At least 5 years of experience in a large corporation as an accountant/analyst 3 years in public accounting preferred Experience in insurance or healthcare industry preferred Able to interpret and apply accounting standards and regulations Able to balance multiple priorities to meet deadlines Able to work independently and as deliver as part of a team High proficiency in Microsoft Excel required to create workbooks that are efficient and accurate Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills Possess strong written and verbal communications skills CPA or public accounting experience preferred Oracle ERP and SmartView experience preferred Flexible, eager, and quick learner Pay Range: The pay range for this role is $77,990.
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Note: Please note that this range represents the pay range for this and many other positions at Blue Shield that fall into this pay grade.
Blue Shield salaries are based on a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, location (California, Bay area, or outside California), and current employee salaries for similar roles.
ABOUT THE TEAM Blue Shield of California’s mission is to ensure all Californians have access to high-quality health care at a sustainably affordable price.
We are transforming health care in a way that genuinely serves our nonprofit mission by lowering costs, improving quality, and enhancing the member and physician experience.
To fulfill our mission, we must ensure a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and fully contribute to meet the needs of the multifaceted communities we serve.
Our continued commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion upholds our values and advances our goal of creating a healthcare system that is worthy of our family and friends while addressing health disparities, promoting social justice, and integrating health equity through our products, business practices, and presence as a corporate citizen.
Blue Shield has received awards and recognition for being a certified Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work, Military Friendly Employer, People Companies that Care, a Leading Disability Employer, and one of California’s top companies in volunteering and giving.
Here at Blue Shield, we strive to make a positive change across our industry and communities – join us! Our Values: Honest .
We hold ourselves to the highest ethical and integrity standards.
We build trust by doing what we say we're going to do and by acknowledging and correcting where we fall short.
Human .
We strive to be our authentic selves, listening and communicating effectively, and showing empathy towards others by walking in their shoes.
Courageous .
We stand up for what we believe in and are committed to the hard work necessary to achieve our ambitious goals.
Our Workplace Model: Blue Shield of California is dedicated to making work-life balance a reality.
Whether you prefer to work in an office or from home, we understand flexibility is more important than ever.
That’s why Blue Shield is a hybrid company, offering you the opportunity to decide where you can do your best and most meaningful work.
Two ways of working: Hybrid (our default) and office Hybrid – In a business unit approved office a few times per year to 3 days per week, on average Office – In a business unit approved office 4+ days a week, on average.
If the role you’re applying for is deemed an “Essential Role,” the company has determined that the role can only be performed in a Blue Shield office or in the field and would require your to meet the office worker classification.
Physical Requirements: Office Environment - roles involving part to full time schedule in Office Environment.
Due to the current public health emergency in California, Blue Shield employees are almost all working remotely.
Based in our physical offices and work from home office/deskwork - Activity level: Sedentary, frequency most of work day.
Equal Employment Opportunity: External hires must pass a background check/drug screen.
Qualified applicants with arrest records and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, State and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status and any other classification protected by Federal, State and local laws.