Accounting Analyst Co-op: General Ledger & Monthend Close

Independence Blue Cross, LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Independence Blue Cross, LLC in Philadelphia is seeking an Accounting Analyst Co-op to support the Corporate Accounting team with general ledger activities and financial reporting processes. You will gain hands-on experience with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closes, journal entries, reconciliations, and close schedules.

This opportunity is ideal for juniors or seniors pursuing an Accounting or Finance degree who have completed at least 23 accounting courses and possess strong Excel

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Completion of at least 23 accounting courses.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to follow through on tasks and work independently as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries for assigned general ledger accounts.
• Perform general ledger account reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Assist with balancing and other routine reconciliations.
• Support monthend, quarterend, and annual close processes in accordance with established deadlines.
• Assist accountants with the preparation of schedules and research related to account variances.
• Respond to internal inquiries and requests for information related to assigned accounts.
• Participate in special projects and accounting analyses as needed.
• Ensure work is completed accurately, timely, and in compliance with company policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Pursuing a degree in Accounting or Finance

Completion of 23 accounting courses

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Independence Blue Cross, LLC in Philadelphia is seeking an Accounting Analyst Co-op to support the Corporate Accounting team with general ledger activities and financial reporting processes. You will gain hands-on experience with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closes, journal entries, reconciliations, and close schedules.

This opportunity is ideal for juniors or seniors pursuing an Accounting or Finance degree who have completed at least 23 accounting courses and possess strong Excel