Lead Accountant
Bring your drive for excellence, teamwork, and customer commitment to Independence. Join us as we renew and reimagine the future of health care. Together we will achieve our mission to enhance the health and well-being of the people and communities we serve.
The Lead Accountant provides guidance to general ledger accountants and recommends actions as it relates to specific transactions, reconciliations and analysis
· Develops non-standard report or analyses and address problematic issues and activates related to general ledger accounts
· Examine transactions to ensure accounting methods are consistent and compliant. Recommend corrective actions as necessary
· Ensures all company deadlines are met as it relates to certain general ledger accounts
· Actively participates in the completion of the monthly, quarterly & annual close processes
· Actively supports all reporting (Management, Statutory, and GAAP) as it relates to certain general ledger accounts
· Participates in providing responses to all questions and requests for information as it relates to certain general ledger accounts
· Participates in special projects as it relates to certain general ledger accounts
· Provides data and information to Audit (Internal and External) as required for certain general ledger accounts
· May assist in training junior level staff. expected
QUALIFICATIONS
· BS/BA in Accounting with CPA (Preferred), Finance and/or Business Administration
· Eight or more years of accounting experience for a health insurance or comparable industry (size and complexity) or comparable function
· Leadership abilities and has experience with leading functional teams
· Working knowledge of general & health insurance industry accounting practices & principles
· Working knowledge of US GAAP and specific practices/procedures
· Good written and oral communication skills
· Working knowledge of supporting technologies (i.e. PeopleSoft) and large ERP systems
· Working knowledge in Microsoft Office tools (i.e. MS Excel, MS Word, MS Power Point) and working knowledge of other tools (i.e. MS Access)
Independence has implemented a “Hybrid” model which consists of Associates working in the office 3 days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday) and remotely 2 days a week (Monday & Friday). This role is designated as a role that fits into the “Hybrid” model. While associates may work remotely on our designated remote days, the work must be performed in the Tri-State Area of Delaware, New Jersey or Pennsylvania
Independence Blue Cross is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or disability.
Must have an Android or iOS device which is compatible with the free Microsoft Authenticator app.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
At Independence, everyone can feel valued, supported, and comfortable to be themselves. Our commitment to equity means that all associates have a fair opportunity to achieve their full potential. We put these principles into action every day by acting with integrity and respect. We stand together to speak out against injustice and to break down barriers to support a more inclusive and equitable workplace. Celebrating and embracing the diverse thoughts and perspectives that make up our workforce means our company is more vibrant, innovative, and better able to support the people and communities we serve.
About Our Company
Serving more than 8 million people nationwide, including 2.5 million in southeastern Pennsylvania, Independence Health Group — together with its subsidiaries — is the leading health insurance organization in the Philadelphia region. Our mission to build healthier lives for you, your family, and your employees shapes our actions and decisions every day.
At Independence, we see each of our members as an individual, with unique needs and concerns. We’re dedicated to harnessing the very latest ideas and technologies to deliver access to care that meets those needs and surpasses your expectations. For more information about Independence access our website at www.ibx.com. We’re revolutionizing health care, and our focus is on you!
Equal Employment Opportunity
Independence Blue Cross is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or disability.
Agency Disclaimer
All resumes submitted directly to an Independence Blue Cross employee from a vendor via email, the Internet or in any other form without a valid written search agreement in place for this position from the Independence Blue Cross Family of Companies Human Resources Department will be deemed the sole property of Independence Blue Cross and the Independence Blue Cross Family of Companies. Please note that no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Independence Blue Cross or the Independence Blue Cross Family of Companies as a result of the referral or through means other than our established process.