Summary In conjunction with the Director of Program Accounting, the Accounting Manager is responsible for the monthly close for the insurance entities. This includes creating month end journal entries, internal management reporting, including the analysis and interpretation of data, systems and data flows, maintenance of the general ledger and support of the finance control environment.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee the month end close and manage the preparation of monthly journal entries and account reconciliations
Prepare monthly transfers
Review general ledger items for accuracy and completeness
Review, analyze, report, and interpret financial reports
Prepare and approve monthly Blackline reconciliations
Assist with preparation of audit work papers
Perform various projects and analysis as required
Work collaboratively with the actuary, underwriting and claims departments
Assist in general staff training and development
Other responsibilities as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong organizational skills to manage daily responsibilities
Must have strong math and analytical skills
Detail oriented; able to multi-task; enjoy fast paced environment
Technical aptitude for multi-systems
Solid understanding of GAAP and STAT
Demonstrate an understanding of the business operation, objectives, and metrics
Propose ideas for efficiencies and streamlined processes
Work cohesively in a team-oriented environment with other financial staff, underwriting, sales, and actuarial staff
Ability to work in a fast-paced and multi-tasking environment, with minimal direct supervision
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft financial application products
Must be able to analyze complex data and prepare a variety of reports
Expresses objectives, procedures, results, and business impacts clearly and logically in both written and verbal form
Consistently identifies issues, root causes and makes business-focused recommendations
Qualifications, Education and Experience Preferred
Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required
Experienced professional with 4-5 years’ experience in corporate accounting and general ledger; P&C insurance and statutory reporting experience preferred
Supervisory experience a plus
A highly organized individual is required
Compensation & Benefits
The applicable base salary for this opportunity is $105,000 - $135,000. The base pay offered will be determined by factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. In addition to the base salary, this opportunity may be eligible for performance-based incentives. We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition and professional certification assistance, 401k savings, elective participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Program, paid time off, paid holidays, and child bonding leave, as well as other employee assistance.
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