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Summary
Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we've been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina ... and much more. We are one of the nation's leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allows us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!
Description
Position Purpose:
- This area completes tentative settlements and rate reviews to ensure Part A providers are being reimbursed correctly for their services by Medicare. Responsible for the accountability and supervision of different aspects of accounting functions for different lines of business. This involves approving journal entries, analyzing balances, account payables, expense tracking, researching data and assisting to identify variances. In addition, this position ensures that all regulations for each line of business are followed, and the applicable reporting needed is met timely and accurately.
Logistics:- This is a full-time position working (40-hours/week) Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm working on-site at 17 Technology Circle Columbia SC, in an office environment.
What You'll Do:- Supervise accounting processes including account reconciliations, receipts, payments, journal entry preparation and posting to the general ledger. Analyze, verify and post transactions to journals, ledgers and other records. Ensure all accounting functions are accomplished accurately, timely and in accordance with company policy and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Assist in the preparation of financial statements.
- Monitor internal controls to assure compliance, develop and implement enhancements to internal controls to increase the effectiveness of the operation. Prepare and submit reports related to area operations to Management. Applies a working knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, verifies documents for completeness and compliance with government and private agencies.
- Complete special projects as assigned by the area management. Respond to requests from internal and external auditors.
- Responsible for personnel duties to include approval of time, leave, performance reviews, etc.
To Qualify for This Position, You'll Need: - Bachelor's in a job-related field with 24 semester hours in Accounting. (Anyone hired prior to August 1, 2008, in an accounting position only requires 21 semester hours of Accounting.)
- 5 years of accounting experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong knowledge of fundamental accounting concepts, practices and procedures. Knowledge of mathematical and statistical concepts.
- Able to persuade, influence or negotiate with others. Possesses excellent and demonstrated leadership, communication, organizational and analytical skills. Strong decision-making skills. Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion.
- Required Software and Tools: Microsoft Office. Ability to use data retrieval applications.
What we Prefer you to have:- Medicare Part A experience.
- Experience with Medicare Systems (STAR, Higlas, FISS, PS&R).
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
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Equal Employment Opportunity StatementBlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains Affirmative Action programs to promote employment opportunities for minorities, females, disabled individuals and veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
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