Position Description

Accountant I - Hybrid
Location Newtown Square, PA
ID** 39022
Hiring Manager Name Christina Emsley
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This role is hybrid and will require 2-3 days/week at the office in Newtown Square, PA.

Your career starts now. We’re looking for the next generation of health care leaders.

At AmeriHealth Caritas, we’re passionate about helping people get care, stay well and build healthy communities. As one of the nation's leaders in health care solutions, we offer our associates the opportunity to impact the lives of millions of people through our national footprint of products, services and award-winning programs. AmeriHealth Caritas is seeking talented, passionate individuals to join our team. Together we can build healthier communities. If you want to make a difference, we’d like to hear from you.

Headquartered in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, AmeriHealth Caritas is a mission-driven organization with more than 30 years of experience. We deliver comprehensive, outcomes-driven care to those who need it most. We offer integrated managed care products, pharmaceutical benefit management and specialty pharmacy services, behavioral health services, and other administrative services.

Discover more about us at www.amerihealthcaritas.com.

Under the oversight and direction of Accounting management and the Senior Accountants, the Accountant is responsible for maintaining the general ledger and preparing supporting schedules/reconciliations.  Responsibilities including, but not limited to:

  • Preparing all assigned journal entries in accordance with current financial standards and as required to accurately present financial activity in the general ledger.
  • Preparing, reviewing, and analyzing all relevant, assigned, schedules (financial analysis package) supporting the financial statements.
  • Reconciling all assigned general ledger accounts to supporting documentation and coordinating with the Senior Accountants in the research and remediation of any identified reconciliation variances.
  • Preparing interim and annual external audit deliverables pursuant to external auditor requests.
  • Identifying process inefficiencies, recommending efficient process alternatives, and collaborating in the implementation of such process improvements. 
  • Performing relevant system User Acceptance Testing as needed.

Education/ Experience: 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required
  • 0-2 years experience in related field
  • Accounting Internship experience preferred
  • Knowledge of intercompany eliminations and consolidations preferred
  • Knowledge of US GAAP and application thereof
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Amerihealth Caritas, everyone can feel valued, supported, and comfortable to be themselves. Our commitment to equity means that all associates have a fair opportunity to achieve their full potential. We put these principles into action every day by acting with integrity and respect. We stand together to speak out against injustice and to break down barriers to support a more inclusive and equitable workplace. Celebrating and embracing the diverse thoughts and perspectives that make up our workforce means our company is more vibrant, innovative, and better able to support the people and communities we serve.

We keep our associates happy so they can focus on keeping our members healthy.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package

Competitive pay, Paid time off including holidays and volunteer events, Health insurance coverage for you and your dependents on Day 1, 401(k), Tuition reimbursement and more.

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