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Company

Assurant · 17 hours ago

Lead Accountant

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

$62K/yr - $103K/yr

3+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Responsible for varying complexities of balance sheet reconciliations. Will approve reconciliations (offshore) and prepare complex reconciliations which are approved by the Manager

Collaborates and supports third party provider: shares expertise, provides feedback, and works together to reach resolution for outstanding items

Demonstrate an understanding of related upstream/downstream processes and inter-dependencies related to all balance sheet reconciliations of responsibility

Completes timely and accurate analytics on balance sheet reconciliations prepared and approved in scope

Supports the aging analysis compilation and review along with Accounting Analyst

Provide guidance on reconciliation requirements for area of responsibility

Requires networking and relationship building with business and operational stakeholders

Main support to manger for monthly and quarterly financial reporting to upper management and segment controllership.

Monitor and review key financial metrics and management reporting

Participate in projects and initiatives including but not limited to, system integrations, acquisitions, and process improvement for areas of responsibility.

Qualification

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AccountingCPAGeneral accounting experienceOracle ERPMicrosoft Office SuiteUS GAAPInternal controlsFinancial reportingBlacklineSOX complianceBalance sheet reconciliationsInternal control frameworksMicrosoft BI ReportingPublic accounting experienceCollaboration skills

Required

BA or BS in Accounting, Finance, CPA preferred.

Minimum 3 years of related general accounting experience, insurance preferred.

Demonstrated experience working with Oracle ERP or other ERP tools.

Efficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically excel, word, and power point.

Experience in analytical skills: gather & analyze data, identify trends and differences, communicate the impact or story appropriately, and ensure relevant resolution for all activities.

Supporting manager in transformational initiatives.

Ability to demonstrate strong collaboration, delegation, and partnering skills.

Preferred

Knowledge of US GAAP, STAT, internal controls, financial reporting and data analysis and trending preferred.

Understanding of progressive accounting practices and procedures.

Blackline or other reconciliation tool usage a plus.

Working knowledge of regulatory requirements (i.e., SOX, audits).

Working in an enterprise center of excellence environment a plus.

Ability to multi-task, work well under pressure and perform in a fast-paced environment.

Adhere to strict timelines for recurring deliverables such as quarter-end close activities which may require extended working hours during those periods.

Tracking of issues reported and accountability for those issues through resolution.

Continuous improvement mentality and partnering for transformational activities related to improving the quality and accuracy of reconciliation.

Microsoft BI Reporting / Cubes a plus.

Public accounting and/or Audit experience a plus.

Working knowledge of balance sheet reconciliations.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Solid understanding and experience with internal control frameworks.

Ability to work collaboratively across departments and overcome challenges.