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Oliver James

Senior Accountant

Oliver James, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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$100,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr Senior Lead Accountant

Skills & Experience

5-7 years of experience in reinsurance and/or property & casualty insurance accounting

Strong knowledge of statutory accounting standards and IFRS, with familiarity of GAAP as applicable to insurance and reinsurance industries

Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis and clear presentation of financial information

Solid understanding of insurance financial statements and key performance metrics

Familiarity with regulatory, tax, and compliance requirements relevant to insurance financial reporting

Experience managing complex financial close and reporting processes, including intercompany reconciliations

Proven track record working on cross-functional projects within international or fast-paced environments

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field; CPA preferred

Experience leveraging emerging technologies such as AI or machine learning to enhance accounting processes is a plus

Job Summary / Introduction

We are seeking a

Senior Lead Accountant

to join a skilled accounting team responsible for preparing and consolidating financial statements for multiple insurance-related entities. This role requires managing statutory and IFRS reporting responsibilities, supporting financial close activities, and ensuring compliance with accounting policies and standards. The position offers a hybrid work environment balancing remote and onsite collaboration.

Detailed Job Description

The

Senior Lead Accountant

will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with statutory accounting frameworks and IFRS. The role involves preparation of statutory and IFRS financial statements, audit support, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to meet reporting and compliance requirements. Key responsibilities include: Developing and maintaining documentation for accounting processes, policies, and workflows within assigned areas

Organizing and archiving financial records to meet audit and regulatory standards

Identifying opportunities for process improvements and participating in the implementation of enhanced accounting and reporting procedures

Overseeing monthly and annual close activities, ensuring all accounting entries, reconciliations, and adjustments are completed accurately and on time

Managing intercompany transactions and reconciliations within a multi-entity group structure

Coordinating data integration and reconciliation between operational systems and financial reporting platforms

Serving as a liaison with auditors, regulators, tax authorities, and other external parties during reporting cycles

Assisting various internal departments with financial analysis, reporting requests, and ad hoc research

This role offers a chance to develop professionally through exposure to complex insurance accounting issues and involvement in strategic finance initiatives. If your experience matches this opportunity and you are interested, please apply directly or contact Dylan McGorisk for further details.

Seniority level

Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type

Employment type Full-time Job function

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