Lead Accountant - Highmark Health
Pittsburgh, PA
About the Job
Company :
Highmark Health
Job Description :
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
This job performs professional accounting work involving compilation, consolidation, and analysis of accounting and finance information for the production of financial statements and reports. Applies accounting techniques and standard practices to the classification and recording of financial transactions. Specific duties vary by department and may include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following: preparation of journal entries, operations accounting, preparation of trial balance or financial statements, accurate tracking and recording various income and expense activity and suspense account items, proper tracking and recording of receivables, etc.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Apply accounting techniques and standard practices to the classification and recording of financial transactions.
+ Prepare financial and business-related analysis.
+ Classify, examine, and analyze accounting records and prepares related financial reports and statements.
+ May serve on or lead project teams for special projects.
+ Provide subject-matter direction and guidance to lower-level analysts.
+ May train employees, assign, monitor and review progress and accuracy of work.
+ Other duties as assigned or requested.
EDUCATION
Required
+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or related field, or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum
+ 7-10 years in Accounting including leading projects of varying size and complexity
+ Experience with PC-based spreadsheet and data processing applications
Preferred
+ Experience with PC-based spreadsheet and data processing applications, heavy concentration with Microsoft Excel (formatting, calculations, pivot tables)
+ CPA license or MBA preferred
SKILLS
+ Responsible for multiple and/or complex projects.
+ Provides direction to other analysts.
+ Solves complex problems taking a broad perspective and developing innovative solutions.
+ Strong written and oral communication skills.
+ Strong relationship building skills.
+ Client focused with strong business acumen.
+ Self-starter with the ability to work under pressure independently and as part of a team.
+ Ability to think strategically and act proactively to create strong trust and confidence with business units.
+ Strong innovative problem-solving capabilities.
Language (Other than English):
None
Travel Requirement:
0% - 25%
PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS
Position Type
Office-based
Teaches / trains others regularly
Occasionally
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Rarely
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Never
Physical work site required
Yes
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Constantly
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Occasionally
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Rarely
_Disclaimer:_ _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
_Compliance Requirement_ _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
EEO is The Law
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity ( _https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf_ )
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact number below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.org
California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice
Req ID: J248054
Highmark Health
Job Description :
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
This job performs professional accounting work involving compilation, consolidation, and analysis of accounting and finance information for the production of financial statements and reports. Applies accounting techniques and standard practices to the classification and recording of financial transactions. Specific duties vary by department and may include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following: preparation of journal entries, operations accounting, preparation of trial balance or financial statements, accurate tracking and recording various income and expense activity and suspense account items, proper tracking and recording of receivables, etc.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Apply accounting techniques and standard practices to the classification and recording of financial transactions.
+ Prepare financial and business-related analysis.
+ Classify, examine, and analyze accounting records and prepares related financial reports and statements.
+ May serve on or lead project teams for special projects.
+ Provide subject-matter direction and guidance to lower-level analysts.
+ May train employees, assign, monitor and review progress and accuracy of work.
+ Other duties as assigned or requested.
EDUCATION
Required
+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or related field, or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum
+ 7-10 years in Accounting including leading projects of varying size and complexity
+ Experience with PC-based spreadsheet and data processing applications
Preferred
+ Experience with PC-based spreadsheet and data processing applications, heavy concentration with Microsoft Excel (formatting, calculations, pivot tables)
+ CPA license or MBA preferred
SKILLS
+ Responsible for multiple and/or complex projects.
+ Provides direction to other analysts.
+ Solves complex problems taking a broad perspective and developing innovative solutions.
+ Strong written and oral communication skills.
+ Strong relationship building skills.
+ Client focused with strong business acumen.
+ Self-starter with the ability to work under pressure independently and as part of a team.
+ Ability to think strategically and act proactively to create strong trust and confidence with business units.
+ Strong innovative problem-solving capabilities.
Language (Other than English):
None
Travel Requirement:
0% - 25%
PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS
Position Type
Office-based
Teaches / trains others regularly
Occasionally
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Rarely
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Never
Physical work site required
Yes
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Constantly
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Occasionally
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Rarely
_Disclaimer:_ _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
_Compliance Requirement_ _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
EEO is The Law
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity ( _https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf_ )
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact number below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.org
California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice
Req ID: J248054
Source : Highmark Health