Selective Insurance · 8 hours ago
Accounting Trainee - Short Hills, NJ (Hybrid)
Short Hills, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad
$64K/yr - $70K/yrSelective Insurance is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company known for its strong financial performance and commitment to diversity. The Accounting Trainee program offers a robust 9-month training experience where trainees will learn the financial operations of the company and gain hands-on experience in various accounting functions.
FinanceFinancial ServicesInsurance
Responsibilities
Reconcile general ledger account balances
Maintain general ledger accounts
Review financial statement accounts for accuracy
Post journal entries
Assist with month-end and quarter-end close processes
Assist with external reporting to state insurance departments and the National Association of Insurance Commissioners
Assist with external reporting to the SEC
Advise management of any unusual trends, budget variances, difficulties obtaining information or other pending issues
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers/peers
Must show sound, balanced and timely decision-making skills
Knowledge of accounting and finance terminology and general application
Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint, and Access applications
BA/BS in Accounting required
Benefits
Comprehensive health care plans
Retirement savings plan with company match
Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program
Tuition assistance and reimbursement programs
Paid time off plans
Company
Selective Insurance
At Selective, we maintain a commitment to provide unique insurance solutions that help keep the families and businesses of our communities protected.
Founded in 1926
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (45)
2024 (32)
2023 (43)
2022 (30)
2021 (29)
2020 (25)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$400M2025-02-25Post Ipo Debt· $400M
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
John Marchioni
President and CEO
Patrick S. Brennan
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-12-09
2025-11-11
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