Staff Accountant, Treasury Administration

bcbsms; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite gym

Café on campus

Walking track

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi is seeking a Staff Accountant on our Treasury Team to oversee long-term investment accounting, manage cash flow and support treasury operations. This role contributes to the organization’s financial strength and reinvestment in health initiatives.

You will record investment activity, reconcile accounts, and collaborate with custodians and asset managers to ensure GAAP and SAP requirements are met. A strong technical and analytical skillset is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business with a 3.25 GPA.
• Experience working in Accounting, Finance, Treasury and/or Cash Management preferred.
• Working knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Insurance accounting background or experience with SAP (SAP preferred).

Responsibilities

• Administer long-term investment portfolios and record related transactions.
• Reconcile investment accounts and coordinate with custodians and asset managers.
• Support investment performance reporting and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations and schedules for treasury and investments.
• Serve as back-up to Cash Management duties.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business

Tools

SAP

Job description

Healthy Careers Start Here

Staff Accountant, Treasury Administration

Your career begins here!

Be part of a vision for a healthier Mississippi as a Staff Accountant, Treasury Administration.

At Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi, we’re not just about providing health insurance, we are creating a strong, supportive community which encourages every Mississippian to live their healthiest life. This mission requires a talented and motivated team with diverse sets of skills and experiences, aligned with the commitment of a healthy Mississippi.

By combining strong financial stewardship with a focus on the Health & Wellness of Mississippians, we invest in programs, partnerships, and innovations which drive quality care, lower costs, and healthier lives. We are seeking a Staff Accountant on our Treasury Team to support the organization’s financial strength by overseeing long-term investment accounting, manage cash flow, and support other treasury functions which enable us to reinvest in Health initiatives.

Join our team and start a meaningful career where your work supports better health outcomes for Mississippians every day.

What You’ll Do

• Administer and account for long-term investment portfolios.
• Record investment transactions, interest/dividend income in accordance with GAAP and Statutory Accounting Principles.
• Reconcile investment accounts and coordinate with custodians and asset managers.
• Support reporting and analysis of investment performance to ensure alignment with the Company’s goals and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations and schedules related to treasury and investments.
• Serve as a back-up to Cash Management responsibilities.

Job-Specific Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business with a 3.25 GPA.
• Experience working in Accounting, Finance, Treasury and/or Cash Management preferred.
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Must have strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Insurance accounting background or working with SAP (Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP) preferred.

Why Join Us

• Purpose-Driven Work: Make a meaningful impact on the Health & Wellness of our Members.
• Learning & Development: Build foundational knowledge in finance and investment accounting.
• Career Growth: Clear pathways to grow your career where your skills flourish, including Treasury, Financial Reporting, Accounting Operations, Internal Audit, etc.
• Healthy Culture: Work in an environment with a focus on your health which allows you to thrive. The walking track, onsite gym and café are just a few of the highlights of the campus.
• Compensation & Benefits: We offer a highly competitive compensation package that includes medical benefits, 401(k), ample paid time off and a schedule that supports true work/life balance
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that is worth approximately one-third of the salary compensation.

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi is an Equal opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

It’s good to be Blue!

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi is an Equal opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that is worth approximately one-third of the salary compensation. Our benefits program is among the best in the health care field. We are looking for employees who can bring their experience, expertise and dedication to work for our customers.