Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance

We are hiring an entry-level Accountant for the Incentives, Benefits & Reconciliation Accounting department at BCBST! In this role, you will support incentive calculations, account reconciliations, journal entries, and variance research. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated, with intermediate Excel skills and the ability to analyze large datasets to identify variances, trends, and opportunities for accuracy. Accounting or financial experience is a plus, along with exposure to AI-enabled tools.

Note:

This role is fully remote, but occasional travel to Chattanooga for attendance at events will be requested. Preference will be given to candidates within a 50-mile radius of Chattanooga. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

• Maintaining financial records in accordance with GAAP and organizational standards.
• Creating reports on financial performance for internal and external use.
• Performing balance sheet and P&L reconciliations.
• Creating and utilizing automated tools for the updating, analyzing and reporting of consolidated financial results.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent work experience is required.
• Equivalent work experience would be 4 years of experience in related field.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Proficient oral and written communication skills
• Proficient interpersonal and organizational skills
• Capacity to solve problems and manage multiple assignments with critical deadlines
• Strong analytical skills
• Thorough understanding and knowledge of financial and accounting theory

Number of Openings Available 1 Worker Type:
Employee Company: BCBST Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee, Inc.

As Tennessee's largest health benefit plan company, we've been helping Tennesseans find their own unique paths to good health since 1945. More than that, we're your neighbors and friends – fellow Tennesseans with deep roots of caring tradition, a focused approach to physical, financial and community good health for today, and a bright outlook for an even healthier tomorrow. At BCBST, we empower our employees to thrive both independently and collaboratively, creating a collective impact on the lives of our members.

We seek talented individuals who excel in a team environment, share responsibility, and embrace accountability. We're also seeking candidates who are proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, including Microsoft Teams, organized, and capable of managing multiple assignments or projects simultaneously. Additional, strong interpersonal abilities along with strong oral and written communication skills are important across all roles  foster a culture where innovation is encouraged.

That includes using AI enabled tools responsibly to support everyday work — guided by proven workflows, templates, and policies. As roles become more advanced, we expect employees to leverage AI more broadly to transform how we serve members. BCBST is a remote-first organization with many employees working primarily from their homes. Each position within the company is classified as either fully remote, partially remote, or office based.

BCBST hires employees for remote positions from across the U.S. with the exception of the following states:
California, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, and New York. Applicants living in these states may move to an approved state prior to starting a position with BCBST at their own expense. If the position requires the individual to reside in Chattanooga, TN, they may be eligible for relocation assistance.

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