Financial Reporting Accountant — GAAP & Audit Support

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi is seeking a Staff Accountant, Financial Reporting to ensure timely and accurate financial statements. You will assist in preparing and reporting internal and external financial statements, record and reconcile monthly data, and provide GL variance analysis while supporting audit inquiries.

The role requires a finance/accounting degree with CPA eligibility (150-hour rule), strong GAAP knowledge, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• RequiresBachelor's or Master's in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field; 150 hour eligibility to sit for CPA exam; minimum GPA 3.25
• Working knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)
• PC skills including the Microsoft Office suite
• Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Insurance accounting background or SAP knowledge preferred
• Experience using a Mainframe or PC-based Financial Software Package preferred

Responsibilities

• Handle preparation and reporting of internal and external financial statements
• Record and reconcile monthly financial statement data
• Provide monthly general ledger variance analysis
• Facilitate audit inquiries
• Prepare state-mandated filings
• Promote a teamwork environment

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical problem-solving

Verbal and written communication

Insurance accounting background

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Business/Finance/Accounting (150-hour eligibility)

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Mainframe/PC-based financial software

Job description

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi is seeking a Staff Accountant, Financial Reporting to ensure timely and accurate financial statements. You will assist in preparing and reporting internal and external financial statements, record and reconcile monthly data, and provide GL variance analysis while supporting audit inquiries.

The role requires a finance/accounting degree with CPA eligibility (150-hour rule), strong GAAP knowledge, and excellent communication.