Sr. Accountant

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Staff Accountant to join our accounting and finance team. The ideal candidate will manage complex accounting functions, ensure accurate financial reporting, and support strategic decision-making. This role requires strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of accounting principles, adherence to deadlines, a resourceful, solutions-oriented mindset and the ability to mentor junior staff.

Key Responsibilities:

General Accounting

• Prepare and record monthly journal entries.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure the accuracy of financial records.
• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
• Analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts and investigate variances.
• Prepare the fixed asset schedule, prepaid expenses schedule and other supporting schedules for internal and external financial reporting.
• Participate in process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy in accounting operations.

Bank Reconciliations and Cash Management

• Perform timely and accurate monthly bank reconciliations for multiple operating and investment accounts.
• Research and resolve outstanding reconciling items and discrepancies.
• Monitor daily cash activity and assist with cash forecasting.
• Coordinate with treasury and operational departments to ensure proper recording of cash transactions including expense reimbursements.
• Recommend process improvements to strengthen cash controls and reconciliation efficiency.

Budget and Financial Analysis

• Prepare accounting entries related to premiums, claims, and commissions.
• Assist in the annual budgeting process, including gathering departmental budget submissions and preparing consolidated budgets.
• Support quarterly forecasts and long-range financial planning.
• Analyze actual financial results against budget and forecast, identifying significant variances.
• Prepare management reports and financial analyses to support strategic decision-making.
• Partner with department leaders to monitor budget performance and provide financial guidance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation preferred.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience in P&C Insurance.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and SAP accounting standards.
• Proficiency in accounting software (General Ledger).
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial reporting tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with process automation or financial system implementations.

Travel: Minimum, as required 

ADA: The above statements cover what are generally believed to be the principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of job duties. 

Job Type: Full-time 

Benefits: 

• 401(k) 
• Dental insurance 
• Health insurance 
• STD/LTD 
• Life Insurance 
• Paid time off 
• Vision insurance 
• Referral Program 
• Tuition Reimbursement 

Schedule: Monday to Friday 

Work Location: Remote