Technical Assistant Accounts Payable

About the role

The position involves providing technical and administrative support to the Manager of the unit, Accounts Payable personnel, and external customers. It also includes assisting in application and procedural testing, and performing month-end close activity.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical assistance and support to unit personnel as well as other Plan personnel and external contacts.
• Works with internal and external auditors to provide reports and documentation to support audit requirements.
• Provides statistical reports to all levels of plan personnel and external contacts such as suppliers, software vendor, CFO, Director, cost center managers, purchasing staff, and accountants.
• Participates in planning unit goals.
• Coordinates regular unit meetings, maintaining agenda and recording minutes.
• Oversees the processing and payment schedule for all invoices and employee reimbursements.
• Coordinates alternative payment schedules, and ensures all payments meet deadlines.
• Fills in and performs essential job functions during absences of any unit personnel.
• Performs the month end close, as well as monitors the weekly journal import to the general ledger.
• Responsible for researching discrepancies and responding to inquiries regarding coded invoices as related to budget versus actual variances.
• Reviews and processes supplier invoice requests for wire payments and direct debits.
• Voids and reissues all necessary payment documents ensuring their recording in the appropriate accounting period.
• Oversees the Accounts Payable process.
• Provides day-to-day workflow coordination and ensures its even distribution for all unit staff.
• Maintains and accesses files and records.
• Solves quantitative problems in a range of contexts.
• Interprets financial data.
• Provides direction and leadership.
• Coordinates critical activities in the Manager’s absence.
• Assists in application and procedural testing.
• Assists in rollout of system upgrades and enhancements.
• Special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to lead by example and perform duties in a professional manner.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing with all levels of plan personnel as well as external contacts.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills in order to research problems and recommend viable solutions.
• Ability to adapt to changing workloads and priorities to accomplish assignments with minimal direct supervision.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to comprehend and apply contract language to payment processes.
• Demonstrated organizational skills to maintain and access files and records.
• Effective mathematical skills to solve quantitative problems in a range of contexts.
• Comprehensive knowledge of plan's general ledger chart of accounts.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Workday Financials, WorkDesk, Microsoft Excel, and Word.
• Fundamental understanding of accounting theory as well as generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Demonstrated knowledge of Capital Blue Cross policies and IRS reporting regulations.
• Working knowledge of various types of electronic & check payments.
• 4 or more years Accounts Payable experience in an automated multi-company environment utilizing current accounting concepts and principles.
• 2 or more years employee expense reimbursement processing.
• 2 years lead or supervisory experience.

Skills

• Ability to lead by example and perform duties in a professional manner.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing with all levels of plan personnel as well as external contacts.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills in order to research problems and recommend viable solutions.
• Ability to adapt to changing workloads and priorities to accomplish assignments with minimal direct supervision.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to comprehend and apply contract language to payment processes.
• Demonstrated organizational skills to maintain and access files and records.
• Effective mathematical skills to solve quantitative problems in a range of contexts.
• Comprehensive knowledge of plan's general ledger chart of accounts.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Workday Financials, WorkDesk, Microsoft Excel, and Word.
• Fundamental understanding of accounting theory as well as generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Demonstrated knowledge of Capital Blue Cross policies and IRS reporting regulations.
• Working knowledge of various types of electronic & check payments.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental & Vision coverage, a Retirement Plan, generous time off including Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Volunteer time off, an Incentive Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, and more.

Pay

Base pay is influenced by several factors including a candidate’s qualifications, relevant experience, and anticipated contributions to meet the needs of the business, along with internal pay equity and external market-driven rates. The salary range displayed has not been adjusted for geographical location. This range has been created in good faith based on information known to Capital Blue Cross at the time of posting and may be modified in the future.

Schedule

This position is classified hybrid, which requires onsite work on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

About Us

We recognize that work is a part of life, not separate from it, and foster a flexible environment where your health and wellbeing are prioritized. At Capital you will work alongside a caring team of supportive colleagues and be encouraged to volunteer in your community. We value your professional and personal growth by investing heavily in training and continuing education, so you have the tools to do your best as you develop your career. And by doing your best, you’ll help us live our mission of improving the health and well-being of our members and the communities in which they live.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Capital Blue Cross is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or marital status, or any other status protected by applicable law.