Description: CANDIDATES MUST LIVE IN THE KANSAS CITY METRO AREA TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.
Purpose: The Senior Accountant will be responsible for general accounting functions including assisting with accounts payable, preparing journal entries, maintaining balance sheet schedules, daily banking activities and bank reconciliations.
This position will also assist with month end close, account analysis and helping the Controller carry out the responsibilities of the Finance department.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Responsible for general accounting functions and related activities.
Assist Controller in completion of month-end close and reporting.
Assist with the preparation of internal and external financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system and from internal departments.
Assist with the preparation of information for audit requests from external auditors.
Reconcile monthly premiums and claims activity and assist with the reporting to insurance carriers.
Analyze data by developing spreadsheet reports and verifying information.
Perform daily banking transactions and reporting.
Prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations; reconcile monthly bank statements.
Develop and implement accounting procedures by analyzing current procedures, recommending changes.
Answer accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.
Support Accounts Payable activities and other duties/responsibilities as needed.
Assist with MGU activities
– analysis, track applications, accounting data tracking, premium payment analysis, carrier reporting, process requests, etc.
Provide support on ad-hoc requests and related special projects, as required.
Manage fixed assets schedules and reconciliations.
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting 3 years’ accounting experience Proficient in Microsoft Office Intermediate Excel Strong organizational and analytical skills Experience in health insurance industry helpful Desire to learn and grow with the organization Willing to take on new roles and responsibilities as needed Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Strong computer and mathematical skills Demonstrate decision-making abilities and creative problem solving Ability to Speak English fluently.
Ability to read, comprehend and follow written or verbal English instructions Handle confidential matters judiciously Manage multiple projects simultaneously Answer telephone calls and questions Work under the stress of varying workloads and meeting deadlines Sit/stand at workstation for extended periods Meet departmental training standards and production and quality standards Meet company attendance requirements FACTORS IMPORTANT TO SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF POSITION: Problem Solving/Decision Making Technology Skills Strong Analytical Skills Interpersonal Skills High math aptitude Dexterity Organizational Skills Ability to Work Independently Excellent Communication Skills (oral and written) Additionally, the Senior Accountant must be capable of effective and positive communication and have excellent interpersonal skills to interact with vendors, other staff and members of management.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION: Standing/sitting 95% of time Remain at workstation to perform duties Walking 10% of time Distribute materials, etc.
Lifting/carrying Reaching 95% of time Operate PC, calculator, typewriter, telephone Handling 75% of time Process bills, mail, checks Speaking 95% of time Make telephone calls, communicate with staff Hearing 95% of time Telephone calls, communicate with staff Seeing 100% of time Review checks, invoices, reports, computer and screen NOTE: Applicants who need accommodation for an interview or job testing, please request this in advance to the Human Resources Department.
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