Senior Accountant
Highmark, Meadville, PA, United States
Overview
JOB SUMMARY. Perform professional accounting work involving compilation, consolidation, and analysis of accounting and finance information for the production of financial statements and reports. Applies accounting techniques and standard practices to the classification and recording of financial transactions. Specific duties vary by department and may include, but are not limited to, the preparation of journal entries, fixed asset or inventory accounting, preparation of trial balance or financial statements, cost accounting, bank account reconciliations, accurate tracking and recording various income and expense activity and suspense account items, and proper tracking and recording of receivables.
Company
Highmark Inc.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Applies accounting techniques and standard practices to the classification and recording of financial transactions.
Prepares financial and business-related analysis.
Classifies, examines, and analyzes accounting records and prepares related financial reports and statements.
May serve on or lead project teams for special projects.
Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
Other duties as assigned or requested.
Education
Required
Bachelor\'s Degree or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor\'s degree
Preferred
None
Experience
Required
5 years of relevant, progressive accounting experience
Experience with PC-based spreadsheet and data processing applications
Accounting experience
Preferred
Education in Accounting or a related field
Experience with PC-based spreadsheet and data processing applications, heavy concentration with Microsoft Excel (formatting, calculations, pivot tables)
Experience with bookkeeping, collections and/or cash posting
Licenses or Certifications
Required
None
Skills
Possesses and applies a broad and in-depth knowledge of the concepts, principles, practices and processes of the specific field or discipline. Possesses significant expertise to complete complex assignments and ability to visualize, articulate, and solve complex problems. Makes decisions that refine and improve known practices or develops new approaches.
Assignments are broad in scope and require depth of knowledge as well as ingenuity and originality. Solves complex problems often taking a new perspective using existing solutions.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Strong relationship building skills.
Client focused with strong business acumen.
Self-starter with the ability to work under pressure independently and as part of a team.
Ability to think strategically and act proactively to create strong trust and confidence with business units.
Strong innovative problem-solving capabilities.
Language
None
Travel
0% - 25%
Physical, Mental Demands and Working Conditions
Position Type : Office-based
Travels occasionally between office and sites; may include occasional lifting and physical requirements as described below.
Teaches / trains others regularly: Occasional
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site: Occasional
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees): Never
Physical work site required: Yes
Lifting up to 10 pounds: Constant
Lifting 10 to 25 pounds: Occasionally
Lifting 25 to 50 pounds: Never
Disclaimer and Compliance
Disclaimer
The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
Compliance Requirement
This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies. As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to confidential information and must protect it at all times. Compliance with HIPAA, privacy policies, data security guidelines, and the company\'s Code of Business Conduct is required.
Pay Information
Pay Range Minimum : $62,700.00
Pay Range Maximum : $97,200.00
Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate\'s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets.
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination based on protected veteran or disability status and prohibit discrimination based on any category protected by law. We strive to make this site accessible; for accessibility assistance, contact HR Services. For accommodation requests, contact HRServices@highmarkhealth.org. California Consumer Privacy Act notice is provided where applicable.
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JOB SUMMARY. Perform professional accounting work involving compilation, consolidation, and analysis of accounting and finance information for the production of financial statements and reports. Applies accounting techniques and standard practices to the classification and recording of financial transactions. Specific duties vary by department and may include, but are not limited to, the preparation of journal entries, fixed asset or inventory accounting, preparation of trial balance or financial statements, cost accounting, bank account reconciliations, accurate tracking and recording various income and expense activity and suspense account items, and proper tracking and recording of receivables.
Company
Highmark Inc.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Applies accounting techniques and standard practices to the classification and recording of financial transactions.
Prepares financial and business-related analysis.
Classifies, examines, and analyzes accounting records and prepares related financial reports and statements.
May serve on or lead project teams for special projects.
Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
Other duties as assigned or requested.
Education
Required
Bachelor\'s Degree or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor\'s degree
Preferred
None
Experience
Required
5 years of relevant, progressive accounting experience
Experience with PC-based spreadsheet and data processing applications
Accounting experience
Preferred
Education in Accounting or a related field
Experience with PC-based spreadsheet and data processing applications, heavy concentration with Microsoft Excel (formatting, calculations, pivot tables)
Experience with bookkeeping, collections and/or cash posting
Licenses or Certifications
Required
None
Skills
Possesses and applies a broad and in-depth knowledge of the concepts, principles, practices and processes of the specific field or discipline. Possesses significant expertise to complete complex assignments and ability to visualize, articulate, and solve complex problems. Makes decisions that refine and improve known practices or develops new approaches.
Assignments are broad in scope and require depth of knowledge as well as ingenuity and originality. Solves complex problems often taking a new perspective using existing solutions.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Strong relationship building skills.
Client focused with strong business acumen.
Self-starter with the ability to work under pressure independently and as part of a team.
Ability to think strategically and act proactively to create strong trust and confidence with business units.
Strong innovative problem-solving capabilities.
Language
None
Travel
0% - 25%
Physical, Mental Demands and Working Conditions
Position Type : Office-based
Travels occasionally between office and sites; may include occasional lifting and physical requirements as described below.
Teaches / trains others regularly: Occasional
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site: Occasional
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees): Never
Physical work site required: Yes
Lifting up to 10 pounds: Constant
Lifting 10 to 25 pounds: Occasionally
Lifting 25 to 50 pounds: Never
Disclaimer and Compliance
Disclaimer
The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
Compliance Requirement
This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies. As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to confidential information and must protect it at all times. Compliance with HIPAA, privacy policies, data security guidelines, and the company\'s Code of Business Conduct is required.
Pay Information
Pay Range Minimum : $62,700.00
Pay Range Maximum : $97,200.00
Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate\'s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets.
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination based on protected veteran or disability status and prohibit discrimination based on any category protected by law. We strive to make this site accessible; for accessibility assistance, contact HR Services. For accommodation requests, contact HRServices@highmarkhealth.org. California Consumer Privacy Act notice is provided where applicable.
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