Accountant

Accountant

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an accounting or a finance role.
• Reconciliation experience essential.
• Insurance accounting knowledge is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of daily loss funding transactions and AP vouchers and address funding/banking issues as necessary.
• Process Journal Entries in assisting with the monthly/quarterly closing responsibilities.
• Assist with organizing and processing quarterly accrual, reclass and adjustment entries.
• Perform/review monthly reconciliations and variance analysis of claim funding accounts.
• Performing Balance sheet account reconciliations including suspense accounts and others as per corporate timelines and Everest Policies.
• Ensure TPA documentation and Insurance Certificates are up to date.
• Gain working knowledge of various claim/Policy management systems.
• Maintain business relationships with TPA contacts to exchange information and resolve issues and questions.
• Work with both External and Internal Auditors ensuring that all work is conducted in accordance with required controls and procedures.
• Perform ad hoc requests/special projects as needed.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and work with Finance, IT and Operations to implement changes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel with the ability to handle complex data sets.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Independent problem solving, Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and organization skills.
• Time management and prioritizing work demands with minimal supervision.