Entry Level Accounting Professional in Downtown, Pittsburgh

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY: CDS Administrators is looking for an Entry Level Accountant to join our growing team! CDS specializes in benefit administration and prioritizes exceptional customer service. We are looking for people who want to further their career and find a place to call home. This position requires attention to detail and superb communication skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Position requires a minimum of two (2) years accounting (Accountant) experience
• High School diploma required
• Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree in Accounting with two (2) years prior accounting preferred
• Proficiency in core MS Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Proficiency in role specific software / Ability to learn new software quickly
• Must have the ability to manage their own time throughout day to meet deadlines, while actively addressing client and team requests
• Must be able to utilize critical thinking skills to make educated sound decisions by utilizing the resources available.

ACCOUNTANT PAY & PERKS:

• Salary starting from $20 per hour
• Monday to Friday
• Professional development and coaching
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

ACCOUNTANT DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Posting of payments including daily deposits, ACH files, and pension deductions and ensuring they are recorded to the appropriate client account
• Fund Payables: entering and paying invoices for client accounts, printing checks
• Processing refunds for overpaid member accounts, transfer of funds to correct accounts, and recording and processing NSF’s
• Reconciling bank statements for claims and operating accounts, research processing discrepancies
• Perform other tasks and projects assigned by manager
• Ensures HIPAA regulations are followed. Ensures file transmissions follow encrypted protocols, staff are following guidelines for disclosure of PHI and ePHI, participates in team HIPAA risk assessment and training
• Data entry projects
• Filing as needed Preparing files for New Year by making folders, labels, and auditing prior filing for accuracy before sending to offsite storage facility.

ABOUT US: CDS Administrators, Inc. (CDS) is a locally owned and operated employee benefit services firm in the greater Pittsburgh area. We are seeking candidates interested in working in a fast-paced environment in a growing organization. We promote from within, and are invested in training and development.