As a Senior Statutory Accountant with a leading homeowner’s insurance carrier, you’ll drive the financial accuracy and compliance that underpins their growth and stability. Your role will focus on statutory financial reporting, including preparing journal entries, ensuring Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP) alignment, and supporting quarterly and annual filings. Additionally, you’ll support monthly general ledger close and other vital accounting functions within the finance team.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Statement Close: Prepare and review journal entries to ensure all recorded activity aligns with Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP).
- Account Reconciliation: Conduct monthly and quarterly reconciliations to maintain accurate financial reporting.
- Financial Analysis: Analyze statements to identify variances and report discrepancies to management.
- Statutory Filings: Assist with quarterly and annual statutory filings, including core financial statements, supporting schedules, and footnote disclosures.
- Audit Support: Assist with both GAAP and SAP financial statement audits.
- Intercompany Transactions: Review inter-company transactions and manage invoicing as necessary.
- Cross-Functional Leadership: Provide mentorship to junior accounting staff.
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- Experience:
- Minimum 5 years as an accountant, with 2+ years in a senior role
- Property & Casualty insurance industry experience is essential
- Strong knowledge of both SAP and GAAP accounting standards
- Technical Skills: Proficient in MS Office (with advanced Excel skills); experience with EAS general ledger and EFS statutory reporting software is a plus.
- Certification: CPA designation is highly preferred.
Core Competencies
- Analytical Ability: Skilled in problem-solving, variance analysis, and maintaining high financial accuracy.
- Communication: Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
- Adaptability: Able to manage multiple priorities and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
If you’re detail-oriented, motivated by accountability, and ready to make an impact in a key accounting role, this is a great opportunity to advance your career with a respected insurance leader.