Analyst Lead Investment Acctg

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Detroit, MI

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

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Full-Time

Competitive Total Compensation Package

Overview: Lead the process for providing all investment income and balance sheet information for the Company&rsquo;s financial statements and Employee Benefit Plans, investment income, and all other transactions, which affect the plans. Prepares monthly reports, quarterly financial statements, completes journal entries, analyzes and reconciles accounts. This position ensures the integrity of the investment assets and provides guidance for investment accounting software.
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Assist in the development of improved workflow and business processes within the area(s) to improve customer service, decrease operational costs and improve the overall quality and proposed new business processes and/or procedures.&nbsp;</li> <li>Review compiled information for accuracy and completeness.&nbsp;</li> <li>Coordinate preparation and analysis of all financial statements/reports as assigned.&nbsp;</li> <li>Provide support for departmental special projects and prepare tax reporting.&nbsp;</li> <li>Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements and all required supporting schedules for all defined compensation plans, defined benefits, and defined contribution plans.&nbsp;</li> <li>Assist personnel at various levels by answering questions and supplying information.&nbsp;</li> <li>Input and verification of daily trade activity both internal/external and research all non-matches from custodian banks.&nbsp;</li> <li>Prepare monthly reports to company subsidiaries.</li> <li>Develop and maintain an effective working relationship with internal and external customers.</li> <li>Other duties may be assigned.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li>Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field required. Master's Degree preferred.</li> <li>Five (5) years or more experience in Accounting or Finance related fields required.</li> <li>Knowledge of investments and investment accounting required.</li> <li>Excellent analytical, organizational, presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.</li> <li>Ability to work independently or within a team environment and with multiple priorities.</li> <li>Knowledge of ERISA, DOL, IRS rules and regulations.</li> <li>Ability to plan, organize, direct and control projects.</li> <li>Proficient in current industry standard PC applications and systems (Access, Excel, Word, and Microsoft Outlook) required.</li> <li>Ability to lead and contribute to process improvement projects.</li> <li>Other related skills and/or abilities may be required to perform this job.</li> </ul>