Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. EMPLOYERS is a provider of workers' compensation insurance and services. The Staff Accountant supports accurate and timely financial recording, reporting, and analysis, with a focus on general ledger integrity, reconciliations, financial statements, statutory reporting, audits, and process improvements.
Responsibilities
- Prepares and records journal entries and adjustments on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, ensuring entries are accurate, properly supported, and in compliance with GAAP and Statutory accounting guidance
- Maintains and reconciles the general ledger to subsidiary ledgers, identifying and resolving discrepancies on a timely basis
- Assists with the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, coordinating with team members to meet established deadlines
- Performs reconciliations for assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts, including bank accounts, reserves, prepaid expenses, accrued liabilities, and other assigned accounts
- Researches and resolves reconciling items in a timely manner; escalates material or aged items to management with recommended resolutions
- Prepares supporting workpapers and documentation for all assigned reconciliations
- Assists in the preparation of GAAP financial statements, including the balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flows, and related footnote disclosures
- Prepares and maintains schedules and supporting analyses used in the financial reporting process
- Assists in the preparation of quarterly and annual statutory filings in accordance with National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) guidelines and applicable state insurance department requirements
- Supports compliance with state and federal reporting requirements
- Performs analysis of financial data and results, including variance analysis, trend identification, and commentary on period-over-period fluctuations
- Assists with internal and external audit requests and inquiries, including preparation of audit schedules, support documentation, and responses to auditor questions in a timely and organized manner
- Supports the design, documentation, and testing of internal controls over financial reporting
- Identifies opportunities to strengthen accounting processes and controls and recommends improvements to management
- Documents accounting processes and procedures clearly and thoroughly to support knowledge transfer, operational continuity, and audit readiness
- Maintains current and accurate desktop procedures for all assigned areas of responsibility
- Participates in process improvement initiatives and assists with the implementation of system enhancements or workflow changes
- Assists with ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as assigned by management
- Provides cross-functional support to other accounting and finance team members as needed
- Maintains strict confidentiality of all financial information and company data
- Other duties as assigned
Skills
- • Minimum of 1–3 years of progressive accounting experience, with direct exposure to general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
- • Demonstrated working knowledge of GAAP and its practical application in a financial reporting environment
- • Experience preparing journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting schedules
- • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis functions)
- • Experience with accounting ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Workday, or similar enterprise platforms)
- • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field is required
- • Remote: This role is a remote (work from home (WFH) opportunity) and only open to candidates currently located in the United States and able to work without sponsorship
- • It requires a suitable space that provides a private and quiet workplace
- • Travel: May be required to travel to off-site location(s) to attend meetings, as necessary
- • Prior experience in the insurance industry or financial services sector, with familiarity with statutory accounting principles (SAP) and NAIC reporting requirements
- • Exposure to statutory financial statement preparation, premium tax filings, or other insurance regulatory submissions
- • Public accounting experience (CPA firm) or experience in a multi-entity corporate environment
- • Familiarity with ASC 944 (Financial Services – Insurance) accounting and reporting requirements
- • Experience supporting internal or external audit engagements
- • Strong attention to detail with the ability to work independently and minimal supervision, while demonstrating excellent organizational and prioritization skills
- • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- • Exemplary written, verbal, listening, and interpersonal communication skills
- • Willingness and ability to learn and adapt to new software platforms as required
- • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- • Maintain a high standard of accuracy and attention to details
- • Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism
- • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or active CPA candidate (actively pursuing licensure) is strongly preferred
- • A Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (MBA) is a plus
- • Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
Benefits
- 100% Remote (WFH) Opportunity
- Remote: This role is a remote (work from home (WFH) opportunity)
- An opportunity to build your career as you help us grow our business
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