Job Description

Awarded a Healthiest Employer, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona aims to fulfill its mission to inspire health and make it easy. BCBSAZ offers a variety of health insurance products and services to meet the diverse needs of individuals, families, and small and large businesses as well as providing information and tools to help individuals make better health decisions.

This position is remote within the state of AZ only.  This remote work opportunity requires residency, and work to be performed, within the State of Arizona.

Analyze and evaluate data in one or more specialty areas including, but not limited to business operations/processes, budgets, and financial systems.  Tasks may include, preparing financial reports, technical report writing, monitoring budget, maintaining records, analyzing data, and developing budget forecasts.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Required Work Experience

  • 3  years of experience in accounting or finance field (level 1)
  • 5 years of experience in accounting or finance field (level 2)

Required Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, business, or related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Work Experience
  • 7 years of experience in accounting or finance field

Preferred Education

  • Master’s Degree in accounting, business, or related field of study

Preferred Licenses

  • Certified Public Accountant Certification (CPA)

Preferred Certifications

  • N/A
ESSENTIAL job functions AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 
  • Performs analysis of data and application of applicable professional principles and standards.
  • Applies knowledge of accounting functions or principles, general business practices, collection procedures, and/or applicable computer systems.
  • Demonstrates ability to research, investigate, analyze, reconcile, and evaluate data.
  • Interacts frequently with internal and external customers using both verbal and written communication skills to discuss financial processes or issues.
  • Works with both external and internal auditors on financial requests
  • Implements and maintains internal financial controls and measures
  • Has knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, and regulations.

Competency/Skill

Problem Solving

Level I-Asks questions/ability to analyze data and identify issues

Level 2-Identifies issues and is able to resolve independently.  Actively seeks process improvements

Level 3-Identifies less obvious issues timely and lays out solid options to consider.  Actively seeks process improvements

Technical Skills

Level i-Ability to learn and apply learned concepts.  Learn and use business application as required for job

Level 2-Demonstrates good understanding of data and financial principles.   Proficient in Excel to create effective and efficient reports

Level 3-Can simplify complex processes and willing to re-engineer processes from scratch.  Able to consider appropriate use of software/tools for each job

Productivity

Level 1-Observes work hours, manages PTO and notifies manager of schedule changes.  Utilizes existing processes and methods for efficiency

Level 2-Begins to separate and combine tasks into an efficient workflow.  Finds ways to work smarter that produces the work in less time.

Level 3-Identifies material factors in the analysis.   Able to lead team on multiple projects/tasks effectively by communicating, planning and meeting goals set.

Accuracy

Level 1-Analyzes own work and checks for correctness.  Does not repeat errors

Level 2-Contributes by peer reviewing co-workers work

Level 3-Finds new ways to improve accuracy.

Interpersonal Skills

Level 1-Respectful of others, builds credibility and rapport by responding timely to inquiries and admitting to mistakes.

Level 2-Does not become defensive when encountering resistance.  Able to maintain composure under stress.

Level 3-Able to confidently lead team(s) on projects and provide feedback and training

Time Management

Level 1-Sets and meets reasonable deadlines.  Gives ample notice to management regarding delays or help needed

Level 2-Able to plan projects and set priorities with some assistance from management

Level 3-Leads projects independently with minimal assistance.  Keeping management well informed

Initiative

Level 1-Is proactive with little to no dead time

Level 2-Asks why we do things.  Interested in expanding current knowledge and makes recommendations beyond specific assignments

Level 3-Looks for new ways to improve.  Researches beyond specific assignment.  Makes suggestions and implements new ways to improve.

Communication

Level 1-Communicates effectively with co-workers and other departments with little spelling and grammar errors

Level 2-Able to effectively summarize/present assigned projects with overview and status

Level 3-Able to summarize complex issues/projects.  Provides meaningful answers to questions regarding work performed

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

Required Job Skills

  • Intermediate skill in use of office equipment, including copiers, fax machines, scanner and telephones
  • Intermediate PC proficiency
  • Intermediate proficiency in spreadsheet, database and word processing

Required Professional Competencies

  • Prioritize, organize and self-manage in a high volume environment
  • Technical and Functional Expertise
  • Understanding the Business     
  • Achieving Results
  • Serving the Customer
  • Teamwork
  • Interpersonal and Communication Skills

Required Leadership and Personal Effectiveness Competencies

  • Communicate professionally to both internal and external customers.
  • Act with diplomacy and sensitivity with our customers and internal departments.
  • Interpret and translate policies, procedures programs and guidelines to customers.
  • Analyze and research data, propose solutions to resolve issues.
  • Maintain confidentiality and privacy
  • Establish, contribute and maintain a positive and productive work environment.

PREFERRED COMPETENCIES

Preferred Job Skills

  • Advanced PC proficiency

Preferred Professional Competencies

  • Knowledge of a wide range of matters pertaining to the organization's operations

Preferred Leadership Experience and Competencies

  • N/A

Our Commitment

BCBSAZ does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected group.

Thank you for your interest in Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona.  For more information on our company, see azblue.com.  If interested in this position, please apply.

Application Instructions

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