JOB SUMMARY

The Staff Accountant will provide support for a variety of finance functions, which may include general ledgers, monthly accounting close activities, tax filings and provisions, treasury operations and other finance and accounting projects.

ESSENTIAL Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of annual and interim income tax provision and footnote in accordance with U.S. general accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) statutory accounting principles (SAP) reporting requirements.
• Assist with the preparation and review of premium tax and federal and state income tax filings.
• Maintain tax calendar ensuring all tax filing requirements are met.
• Prepare journal entries, maintain financial records, and prepare account analysis and reconciliations.
• Assist with preparation of monthly/quarterly financial statements for internal/external reporting; financial statements tie-out and accounts analysis.
• Prepare flux analysis and research accounting questions.
• Prepare schedules and respond to the requests from external and internal auditors.
• Perform ad-hoc responsibilities, as needed.

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in related field (accounting, finance or economics) or equivalent work experience.  
• One to four years of tax or general ledger experience is preferred, but not required.
• Public company or public accounting experience is also preferred, but not required.
• Experience with enterprise/GL systems.
• Skill in written and verbal communication.
• Must possess attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
• Ability to manage financial processes and the capacity to implement control procedures while driving continuous improvement.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and deliver on tight deadlines.