About the role
Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.
The Senior Accountant will perform operational, transactional and technical accounting activities in accordance with established policy, procedures, and objectives. Responsible for adherence to quality control standards – both corporate and industry directed.
How You Will Contribute:
Complete monthly journal entries
Review and approve journal entries
Review and approve cash disbursements
Perform full cycle month-end close functions in Agency and ERP systems
Reconcile balance sheet and other accounts monthly and as needed
Run monthly close reporting
Meet strict deadlines
Reconcile bank accounts
Ensure all support for transactions is processed and filed accurately and timely
Prepare submission of documents as required by established controls
Assist with the calculation of ASC 606 / ASC 944 monthly and quarterly entries
Analyze results to verify accuracy of financial package
Build courteous and successful relationships with various office staff to maintain efficient practices.
Promote teamwork, support, knowledge sharing and a positive attitude in the department and office.
Participate in training opportunities to remain current on industry information, new product development, legislation, coverages, and technology including professional development and continuing education.
Skills & Qualifications to Be Successful:
Strong Financial accounting and analytical skills
Planning/organizing – prioritize and plans work activities and efficient time management
Confidentiality - Maintain confidentiality, remain open to others' ideas and exhibit willingness to try new things
Oral communication – the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations and demonstrates group presentation skills.
Written communication – the individual edits work for spelling and grammar, presents numerical data effectively and is able to read and interpret written information.
Problem solving - Individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully and maintains confidentiality
Quality control – the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.
Adaptability – the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
Ability to complete job tasks and assignments in the required time frame.
Demonstrate attention to detail and a desire to learn the relationship between financial drivers, metrics and reporting
Ability to absorb knowledge quickly
Comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
Proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office environment, including but not limited to Teams and Word
High proficiency in Excel
3-5 years full cycle general ledger accounting experience
Preferred:
CPA
Insurance industry experience
Knowledge of captive insurance entities, including premium activity, reserves, and regulatory reporting considerations
Knowledge of Excel Power Query
Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being
We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:
Health Benefits
: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability
Insurance
Financial Benefits
: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement
Mental Health & Wellness
: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
Beyond Benefits
: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.
Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.
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committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”.