Senior Accountant

Advance your career with the company that makes it easier for people to choose better health. Express Scripts is a leading healthcare company serving tens of millions of consumers. We are looking for individuals who are passionate, creative and committed to creating systems and service solutions that promote better health outcomes. Join the company that Fortune magazine ranked as one of the Most Admired Companies in the pharmacy category. Then, use your intelligence, creativity, integrity and hard work to help us enhance our products and services. We offer a highly competitive base salary and a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance and an employee stock purchase plan.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
Finances primary responsibilities include financial reporting, corporate taxes, accounts payable, billing and collections, budget development and monitoring, underwriting, cash management, risk management, SEC reporting, mergers and acquisitions activity, payroll, disaster recovery planning, internal audit and investor relations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
This position will be responsible for all monitoring and reconciling all general ledger activity related to client billings, accounts receivable, network revenue and cost. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1.Printing , monitoring & keying daily AR reports 2.Printing & monitoring daily history reports & billings 3.Researching out of balances 4.Preparing monthly reconciliations for assigned accounts 5.Processing monthly journal entries as needed 6.Posting & reconciling monthly network revenue, copay & COS entries 7.Prepare & analyze margin variances 8.Prepare revenue rollforward 9.Assist internal & external auditors with monthly, quarterly and/or annual reviews 10.Other projects/assignments as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
-Bachelors degree in accounting or finance or equivalent -2-5 years relevant experience -PC skills, Microsoft Office programs, strong Excel and Access skills -Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles -Proficiency in accounting processes, procedures, and controls -Experience in general ledger account analysis/reconciliation -Experience working with cross functional departments to research and resolve issues -Excellent problem solving and analytical skills -Demonstrated ability to meet multiple deadlines and manage a heavy workload -Excellent verbal and written communication skills -Ability to work a flexible schedule to accommodate departmental and project deadlines.
EEO STATEMENT
Express Scripts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability or status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam era, pregnancy, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship or membership in any other legally protected class. None of the questions in this application are intended to elicit information regarding any protected characteristics, nor imply any limitation, illegal preferences or discrimination based upon non-job-related information or protected characteristics. Applicants must be able to pass a drug test and background investigation and, depending on position requirements, a Department of Defense background investigation. AA/EOE.