Role Description
The Senior Accountant will be responsible for a variety of accounting tasks, including:
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Monthly reporting
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Journal entry preparation
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Account reconciliations
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Supporting financial analysis
This role requires strong critical thinking skills, proficiency in Excel, and the ability to contribute to ad-hoc projects and process improvements.
What you can expect:
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Oversee accounts payable administration.
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Prepare and post journal entries accurately and in a timely manner to ensure the integrity of accounting information.
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Execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing procedures, including account reconciliations and variance analysis.
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Develop and maintain timely and accurate monthly financial reports and statements for management review.
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Assist with the preparation of financial statements in compliance with GAAP and/or statutory accounting principles relevant to the insurance industry.
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Participate in ad-hoc projects, including system implementations, process improvements, and financial analysis as needed.
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Utilize advanced Excel skills for data analysis, modeling, and reporting.
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Apply critical thinking skills to identify and resolve accounting discrepancies and issues.
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Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate financial data and support business needs.
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Support external audit requirements and prepare necessary schedules and documentation.
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Stay current with accounting pronouncements and industry best practices.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES:
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Act as a mentor to junior staff, work autonomously, and contribute to strategic initiatives.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
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3-5 years of progressive accounting experience. Experience in the insurance industry is strongly preferred.
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Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Knowledge of statutory accounting principles (SAP) is a plus.
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Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, complex formulas, and data modeling.
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
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Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
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Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently in a remote environment.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Experience with NetSuite, Tipalti is a plus.
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CPA or CPA candidate is a plus, but not required.
Requirements
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This is a fully remote position. Candidates must have dedicated home office space and reliable internet access.
Benefits
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Diverse benefit offerings for medical, dental, and vision.
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Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Sick Leave, and 11 paid company holidays.
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401k Matching up to 6%!
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Performance Based Incentive Plan.
Salary Range
$89,727 β $99,172 USD