Staff Accountant - Evernorth - Hybrid
Evernorth
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The Accountant role is primarily responsible for completing accounting activities relating to the maintenance of a complete and accurate general ledger for the international group purchasing organization. This includes accounting for cash, accruals, and payments. This position will work with team members as well as other departments to research and resolve discrepancies. This position requires strong attention to detail and is a perfect fit for a motivated self-starter to gain a wide variety of exposure.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Processing accurate monthly journal entries
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and analysis
- Assist with preparing controls/reporting
- Assist internal & external auditors with monthly, quarterly reviews and year-end audit
- Maintain workflow documentation and update narratives as necessary.
- Other projects/assignments as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or equivalent work experience.
- 0-2 years of relevant accounting or related experience
- PC skills, Microsoft Office programs, Strong Excel skills with the ability to easily learn new software.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Demonstrated proficiency in accounting processes, procedures, and controls.
- Experience in general ledger account analysis/reconciliation.
- Self-starter and team player.
- Experience working with cross functional departments to research and resolve issues.
- Good problem solving and analytical skills.
- Detail oriented.
- Understanding of business operations and processes.
- Focus on quality and service.
- Demonstrated customer service and relationship building skills.
- Demonstrated ability to meet multiple deadlines and manage heavy workload.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule to accommodate departmental and project deadlines.
If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.
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