Senior Accountant

Overview

• Lead financial reporting and accounting processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver accurate financial insights supporting strategic organizational decisions.
• Prepare and reconcile journal entries and general ledger accounts for varied financial activities.
• Contribute to the preparation of internal schedules and statutory reporting requirements.
• Enhance audit readiness through documentation and walkthroughs of financial processes.
• Support the creation of financial statements, disclosures, and regulatory filings.
• Participate in initiatives to improve reporting accuracy and workflow efficiency.
• Collaborate with IT teams to implement automation solutions for accounting processes.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Prepare and record journal entries for financial transactions across multiple business lines.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and support monthly and quarterly financial close processes.
• Develop and maintain schedules for statutory reporting and compliance requirements.
• Assist in audit processes by providing necessary documentation and conducting reviews.
• Collaborate with teams for reserve analysis and ensuring financial consistency.
• Contribute to the preparation of financial statements and regulatory disclosures.
• Engage in initiatives to enhance reporting accuracy and departmental collaboration.
• Work with IT teams to streamline and automate accounting workflows.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in public or corporate accounting; insurance industry experience advantageous.
• Proficiency in US GAAP; knowledge of statutory accounting principles is a plus.
• Experience with general ledger management, journal entries, and financial close processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Sage Intacct preferred.
• Excellent communication and time management abilities.
• Ability to work with large datasets and perform accurate reconciliations.