Accounting Professional

Overview

This position supports the Health Plan function by maintaining all assigned Health and Welfare Trust accounting transactions. The role involves providing daily professional accounting services including billing employers for member coverage, processing vendor payments, and assisting with financial reporting. The position reports to the Health Plan Accounting Director and is exempt from the State of Colorado Classification system.

This role is eligible for remote work within Colorado.

Responsibilities

• Bill employers for coverage and maintain subsidiary accounts receivable ledger
• Compile data to prepare journal entries
• Enter Trust transactions into general ledger systems, including uploading recurring entries
• Perform general ledger account reconciliations
• Process vendor payments timely and accurately
• Create and maintain various schedules of activities
• Compile data for compliance with external reporting requirements
• Assemble documentation for audits
• Maintain schedules including bank receipts
• Assist with reporting requirements
• Respond to ad hoc data requests
• Perform required Trust tax and regulatory compliance
• Create managerial reports and analyze activity

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited institution (professional experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis)
• One (1) year of professional experience in accounting, business-related position, or similar

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of professional experience in accounting or business-related roles
• Experience with PeopleSoft Human Resources and Financial software
• Familiarity with accounting or financial analysis in an insurance entity or self-funded health plan environment
• Understanding of health insurance financial metrics such as IBNR reserves and pharmacy benefit pricing models

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and external contacts
• Intermediate technology and computer skills
• Knowledge of standard accounting policies and procedures
• Ability to work within a diverse team and promote diversity
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Compensation and Benefits

• No-cost or low-cost medical and dental plan options, some including IVF assistance
• Disability, life, and vision insurance options
• Multiple retirement planning options including a mandatory 401(a) plan with 10% employer contribution, 401(k) or 403(b) plans, and a 457 deferred compensation plan
• Pre-tax savings plans such as health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Generous sick and vacation leave, at least 12 paid holidays including a winter break week
• Six weeks of parental leave
• Tuition benefit program for employees and dependents
• Free RTD EcoPass and free onsite parking at the 1800 Grant Street office
• Additional perks and programs

Location

Remote work eligible within Colorado.