Accountant II - Great American Risk Solutions

Be Here. Be Great. Working for a leader in the insurance industry means opportunity for you. Great American Insurance Group's member companies are subsidiaries of American Financial Group. We combine a "small company" culture where your ideas will be heard with "big company" expertise to help you succeed. With over 30 specialty and property and casualty operations, there are always opportunities here to learn and grow.

At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best.

The Financial Reporting team in the Risk Solutions Division provides leadership with monthly reporting related to financials, expenses, budget, and more!

The Risk Solutions division is hiring for an Accountant to join their team! This position is based out of the downtown Cincinnati office. Great American’s culture is built on connection, shared learning, and strong relationships. To support this, employees in this role are expected to be on-site four days a week, with the flexibility to work one day remotely. Core in‑office days are Tuesday–Thursday, with the fourth day determined by business needs.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Prepares and reviews monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports

• Prepares journal entries and perform month-end and year-end closing activities.

• Supports internal and external audits, ensuring the availability of necessary documentation.

• Performs financial analysis to support management decision-making and identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement.

• Prepares ad-hoc financial reports and analysis as required.

• Supports internal control improvements and ensures adherence to company policies and procedures.

• Prepares timely monthly reconciliations of direct and ceded premium, claims cash account, etc.

• Process payment requests for various invoices as needed.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field or equivalent experience.

• Experience: Generally, a minimum of 3 years of experience in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Insurance accounting experience preferred. Completion of or continuing progress toward a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred. 

• Scope of Job/Qualifications: Demonstrates technical knowledge across various accounting principles and practices. Works on assignments of moderate technical and logistical complexity. Maintains knowledge of company policies, GAAP, and financial reporting standards. Demonstrates foundational analytical and problem-solving skills. Demonstrates knowledge of company policies and industry laws and regulations. Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and across departments.

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Benefits:

We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees*. Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.

Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at http://www.gaig.com/careers.

*Excludes seasonal employees and interns.