We have an Exciting Opportunity for an experienced Corporate Accounting Analyst (CPA)
Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but we’ve been part of the national landscape for more than seven decades, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina … and much more. We are one of the nation’s leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies, allowing us to build on various business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!
Position Purpose:
Provides key financial reports/analysis to support senior management in planning/evaluation requirements/meeting financial objectives related to strategic investments/acquisitions. Performs market research/competitive analysis/valuation/financial modeling services and due diligence efforts. Prepares/documents complex financial analysis projects that are highly non-routine. Reviews/prepares financial statements/forecasts that involve extractions of financial data.
Logistics:
This is a full-time position working an eight-hour shift (40-hours/week) Monday-Friday within the hours of 8:30am – 5:30pm. This position is located on-site at 4101 Percival Rd. Columbia SC, in an office environment.
What You’ll Do:
- Reviews and researches strategic corporate finance projects such as mergers and acquisitions, investment opportunities, and other project as assigned by executive staff.
- Performs complex statistical, cost and financial analysis of data to determine costs of business activities. Interprets financial transactions in order for management to make economic or business decisions, determine past financial performance, and/or to project a financial probability.
- Reviews and/or prepares financial statements, builds financial models, and researches potential acquisitions for areas of the company which do not have an appointed accounting staff.
- Completes special projects such as financial statement analysis, impairment analysis, audited financial review, vendor analysis, forecasting, general ledger reconciliations, preparation of AD HOC and custom reports, etc.
To Qualify For This Position, You’ll Need The Following:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Financial Management, Economics, Accounting or other job related field or A Master’s Degree in Finance/Financial Management, Economics, Accounting or related field.
- Seven years financial analysis experience with a bachelor’s degree, OR 3 years financial analysis experience with a masters degree and CPA license.
- Strong communication and decision-making skills.
- Able to compile complex information, design reports and analyze data.
- Excellent presentation, organization, and research skills.
- Academic and practical knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
- Excellent analytical and modeling skills, in-depth knowledge of financial statement analysis and a strong understanding of corporate finance concepts such as discounted cash flow and valuation methodologies.
Preferred Certification/License:
- CPA
We Prefer That You Have The Following:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Proficiency with PowerPoint presentations.
- Experience in SQL.
- Experience with SOVOS.
- Strong financial analysis experience.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes The Following: We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment.
- Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage
- 401k retirement savings plan with company match
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
- Education Assistance
- Service Recognition
- National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more.
