Financial Accountant - Remote in AZ

Awarded a Healthiest Employer, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona aims to fulfill its mission to inspire health and make it easy. AZ Blue offers a variety of health insurance products and services to meet the diverse needs of individuals, families, and small and large businesses as well as providing information and tools to help individuals make better health decisions. At AZ Blue, we have a hybrid workforce strategy, called Workability, that offers flexibility with how and where employees work. Our positions are classified as hybrid, onsite or remote. While the majority of our employees are hybrid, the following classifications drive our current minimum onsite requirements: • Hybrid People Leaders: must reside in AZ, required to be onsite at least twice per week • Hybrid Individual Contributors: must reside in AZ, unless otherwise cited within this posting, required to be onsite at least once per week • Hybrid 2 (Operational Roles such as but not limited to: Customer Service, Claims Processors, and Correspondence positions): must reside in AZ, unless otherwise cited within this posting, required to be onsite at least once per month • Onsite: daily onsite requirement based on the essential functions of the job • Remote: not held to onsite requirements, however, leadership can request presence onsite for business reasons including but not limited to staff meetings, one-on-ones, training, and team building Please note that onsite requirements may change in the future, based on business need, and job responsibilities. Most employees should expect onsite requirements and at a minimum of once per week. This position is remote within the state of AZ only. This remote work opportunity requires residency, and work to be performed, within the State of Arizona. PURPOSE OF THE JOB Analyze and evaluate data in one or more specialty areas including, but not limited to business operations/processes, budgets, and financial systems. Tasks may include, preparing financial reports, researching and reconciling general ledger accounts, reviewing, improving and entering journal entries, technical report writing, monitoring budget, maintaining records, analyzing data, and developing budget forecasts. Required Qualifications Required Work Experience • 0-2 years of experience in accounting or finance in the healthcare industry and/or equivalent accounting experience (Level 1) • 2-5 years of experience in accounting or finance in the healthcare industry and/or equivalent accounting experience (Level 2) • 5-7 years of experience in accounting or finance in the healthcare industry and/or equivalent accounting experience (Level 3) Required Education College Degree in Accounting (Including anticipated degree) or equivalent finance degree with accounting experience Required Licenses • N/A Required Certifications • N/A Preferred Qualifications Preferred Work Experience • NA Preferred Education • NA Preferred Licenses • NA Preferred Certifications • N/A Essential Job Functions And Responsibilities • Performs analysis of data and application of applicable professional principles and standards. • Applies knowledge of accounting functions or principles, general business practices, collection procedures, and/or applicable computer systems. • Understanding of GAAP and STAT accounting principles. This includes proper general ledger classification, auditable support and account reconciliation best practices. • Demonstrates ability to research, investigate, analyze, reconcile, and evaluate data. • Interacts frequently with internal and external customers using both verbal and written communication skills to discuss financial processes or issues. • Works with both external and internal auditors on financial requests • Implements and maintains internal financial controls and measures • Has knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Expectations by Level Competency/Skill Problem Solving • Level 1 - Asks questions/ability to analyze data and identify issues • Level 2 - Identifies issues and is able to resolve independently. Actively seeks process improvements • Level 3 - Identifies less obvious issues timely and lays out solid options to consider. Actively seeks process improvements Technical Skills • Level 1 - Ability to learn and apply learned concepts. Learn and use business application as required for job • Level 2 - Demonstrates good understanding of data and financial principles. Proficient in Excel to create effective and efficient reports • Level 3 - Can simplify complex processes and willing to re-engineer processes from scratch. Able to consider appropriate use of software/tools for each job Productivity • Level 1 - Observes work hours, manages PTO and notifies manager of schedule changes. Utilizes existing processes and methods for efficiency • Level 2 - Begins to separate and combine tasks into an efficient workflow. Finds ways to work smarter that produces the work in less time. • Level 3 - Identifies material factors in the analysis. Able to lead team on multiple projects/tasks effectively by communicating, planning and meeting goals Accuracy • Level 1 - Analyzes own work and checks for correctness. Does not repeat errors • Level 2 - Contributes by peer reviewing co-workers work • Level 3 - Finds new ways to improve accuracy. Interpersonal Skills • Level 1 - Respectful of others, builds credibility and rapport by responding timely to inquiries and admitting to mistakes. • Level 2 - Does not become defensive when encountering resistance. Able to maintain composure under stress. • Level 3 - Able to confidently lead team(s) on projects and provide feedback and training Time Management • Level 1 - Sets and meets reasonable deadlines. Gives ample notice to management regarding delays or help needed • Level 2 - Able to plan projects and set priorities with some assistance from management • Level 3 - Leads projects independently with minimal assistance. Keeping management well informed Initiative • Level 1 - Is proactive with little to no dead time • Level 2 - Asks why we do things. Interested in expanding current knowledge and makes recommendations beyond specific assignments • Level 3 - Looks for new ways to improve. Researches beyond specific assignment. Makes suggestions and implements new ways to improve. Communication • Level 1 - Communicates effectively with co-workers and other departments with little spelling and grammar errors • Level 2 - Able to effectively summarize/present assigned projects with overview and status • Level 3 - Able to summarize complex issues/projects. Provides meaningful answers to questions regarding work performed Required Competencies Required Job Skills • Intermediate skill in use of office equipment, including copiers, fax machines, scanner and telephones • Intermediate PC proficiency • Intermediate proficiency in spreadsheet, database and word processing Required Professional Competencies • Prioritize, organize and self-manage in a high volume environment • Technical and Functional Expertise • Understanding the Business • Achieving Results • Serving the Customer • Teamwork • Interpersonal and Communication Skills Required Leadership And Personal Effectiveness Competencies • Communicate professionally to both internal and external customers. • Act with diplomacy and sensitivity with our customers and internal departments. • Interpret and translate policies, procedures programs and guidelines to customers. • Analyze and research data, propose solutions to resolve issues. • Maintain confidentiality and privacy • Establish, contribute and maintain a positive and productive work environment. Preferred Competencies Preferred Job Skills • Advanced PC proficiency Preferred Professional Competencies • Knowledge of a wide range of matters pertaining to the organization's operations Preferred Leadership Experience And Competencies • N/A Our Commitment AZ Blue does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected group. Thank you for your interest in Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona. For more information on our company, see azblue.com. If interested in this position, please apply. Apply tot his job