accounting technician Columbia, SC
Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association
Full Time
Columbia, SC
48747 - 37874 USD ANNUAL Today
Job description
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:
Under direct supervision, performs a variety of routine clerical/accounting functions such as inventory balancing, reconciliations, generating refund request letters, processing disbursements and deposits, keying journal entries and logging items in accordance with standard procedures in one or more of the following areas: general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable or related financial area.
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:
- Prepares various financial data associated with refunds, invoices, recoupments, adjustments, cash disbursements, deposits, check voids and reissues, disputes, correspondence, or other data in support of the finance or accounting function. Ensures data is complete, accurate, and organized for processing. Provides supervisor with daily, weekly, and/or monthly summary reports of accounting activities for the position.
- Completes basic research using financial reporting systems, files, and other means to identify errors such as overpayments, keying errors or misapplication of funds. Identifies possible system errors or discrepancies and communicates them to the team leader or supervisor.
- Performs routine calculations on basic financial documents to ensure accuracy of bank deposits, receipts, disbursements, refunds, or other accounting-related items.
- Identifies, prepares, and distributes correspondence regarding overpayments and refunds.
- Performs scanning and/or assists with indexing/imaging financial documentation to maintain electronic historical records.
- Provides other support duties related to the accounting/finance function that may include monitoring financial systems, keying journal entries, tracking funds, balancing accounts, maintaining inventory and receiving cash funds from customers, etc.
To Qualify for This Position, You’ll Need:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Good organization skills and attention to detail.
- Basic business math skills.
- Microsoft Office.
What we Prefer you to have:
- Associate Degree in Accounting or other job related degree.
- Basic Microsoft Excel skills desired.
We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
BlueCross 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.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [email protected] or call 1-800-288-2227, ext. 43172 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
