Staff Accountant
Arkansas Blue Cross • Little Rock, Arkansas • Full Time
Posted on Thu, Aug 6, 2026
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Job Summary
The Accountant prepares, analyzes and reviews financial statements using accounting principles in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and enterprise allocation methods.Requirements
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required. If degree is in Finance, successful completion of Intermediate Accounting I & II required.
LICENSING/CERTIFICATION
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE
Minimum three (3) years' accounting experience. OR applicable Masters in related field with minimum one (1) years' experience.
ESSENTIAL ABILITIES
Organizational
Detail Oriented
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Skills
• Analytical Decision Making
• Analytical Problem Solving
• Applied Mathematics
• Collaborative Communications
• Critical Thinking
• Cross-Functional Planning
• Data Analysis
• Data Management
• Deductive Reasoning
• Document Recording
• Information Ordering
• Interpersonal Relationship Management
• Mathematics
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Object Recognition
• Oral Communications
• Performing Administrative Activities
• Researching
• Sound Judgment
• Time Management
• Written CommunicationResponsibilities
• Analyzes and reviews financial statements for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
• Assists in special projects, as directed.
• Assists with financial reporting audits, working with the internal audits, Arkansas Insurance Department, independent auditors, and/or Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
• Performs advanced accounting functions, including but not limited to preparation of journal entries, coding of invoices, accounting analysis and reconciliation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Prepares supporting financial data as required.
• Reconciles, confirms and maintains general ledger accounts.
• Reviews the work of peers providing coaching and mentoring to less experienced accountants.Certifications
Security Requirements
This position is identified as level three (3). This position must ensure the security and confidentiality of records and information to prevent substantial harm, embarrassment, inconvenience, or unfairness to any individual on whom information is maintained. The integrity of information must be maintained as outlined in the company Administrative Manual.
Segregation of Duties
Segregation of duties will be used to ensure that errors or irregularities are prevented or detected on a timely basis by employees in the normal course of business. This position must adhere to the segregation of duties guidelines in the Administrative Manual.
Employment Type
RegularADA Requirements
1.1 General Office Worker, Sedentary, Campus Travel - Someone who normally works in an office setting or remotely and routinely travels for work within walking distance of location of primary work assignment.
AuditFriendly salary estimate
The employer did not post a salary for this role. Based on AuditFriendly's salary intelligence model (comparable live postings, role, seniority, and location), we estimate base pay of $61,000–$79,000 per year (median ~$70,000). This is an AuditFriendly estimate, not an employer-provided figure.
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