Overview
The Senior Accountant performs a wide range of complex accounting activities with a primary emphasis in financial reporting or general accounting. Integral to this role is a substantial involvement in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.
Responsibilities
- Compile and analyze quarterly and annual statutory financial statements and reports with attention to detail.
- Generate month-end journal entries accompanied by comprehensive supporting worksheets and account reconciliations.
- Perform thorough variance analysis to identify trends and opportunities for optimization.
- Document procedures and refine accounting processes, offering recommendations for enhanced efficiency.
- Develop internal reporting packages to facilitate informed decision-making within the organization.
- Offer expert accounting guidance to colleagues and provide mentorship to less experienced team members.
- Undertake special projects aimed at improving operational effectiveness and achieving strategic objectives.
- Contribute to the assessment and enhancement of accounting tools and software to ensure optimal functionality.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related discipline
- Three or more years as a staff accountant in the insurance industry
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or CPA candidate
- Knowledge of statutory accounting and generally accepted accounting principles GAAP
- Proficient in analysis, problem solving and prioritization
- Skill in organizational and time management with attention to detail, ensuring tasks and deliverables are executed with accuracy and precision
- Ability to work independently, displaying self-motivation and accountability in achieving goals and deadlines
- Skill in verbal and written communication, facilitating clear and effective exchange of information
- Ability to function independently as well as collaborate in a team environment with skill in interpersonal communication and the ability to multi-task
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and accounting software
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Bonus Structure
- Profit Sharing
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Employer Paid Short Term Disability
- Employer Paid Long Term Disability
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- 401K with Company Match
- PTO
About Builders
Builders is a mid-sized mutual with remarkable strengths. Rated A by AM Best, Builders has forged rock-solid financial strength and a reputation for reliability and fairness in fulfilling our promises to customers. Kind, collaborative, and customer-centric, our experienced and passionate teams foster a rewarding atmosphere of excellence, trust, and mutual respect, meriting the Culture Excellence honors from Top Workplaces. Flexible and highly personal, our experts leverage deeply supportive partnerships with knowledgeable independent agencies to drive better services and protection for policyholders.
Our financial excellence, amazing people, and powerful partnerships build outstanding outcomes and peace of mind for our agents and their clients. This is what we mean by Insurance Built Strong.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Builders Insurance Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and don\'t discriminate based on any protected status. If during the application process you need assistance, or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact the appropriate team.
Job Details
- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
- Industries: Insurance