Citizens Inc. · 1 month ago
General Accounting Manager
Austin, TX, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expCitizens, Inc. is a growing life insurance company committed to delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions to our policyholders. We are seeking a General Accounting Manager to join our dynamic team and help drive operational excellence in a SOX-controlled environment, responsible for maintaining and reconciling general ledger accounts, supporting monthly accounting close, and ensuring compliance with internal control.
BankingFinancial ServicesInsuranceLife Insurance
Responsibilities
Oversee month-end close for assigned areas, partner with departments on accruals and other close activities
Review and approve journal entries (accruals, allocations, reclassifications) for monthly, quarterly, and annual close
Review and approve bank and balance sheet reconciliations; resolve discrepancies and validate completion across teams. Report key issues and suspense account statistics to management
Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures, including proper application and documentation of GAAP in all transactions
Maintain and update SOX process documentation; ensure compliance and timely updates for process changes
Oversee unclaimed property reporting, including validation, reconciliation, and compliance with state-specific requirements
Evaluate and improve internal accounting controls and processes to align with organizational goals
Supervise accounting support staff; conduct performance evaluations and plan training and development
Assist financial reporting group with audit requirements and compliance
Participate in special projects to drive organizational change
Support treasury operations including cash management, forecasting, and bank relationships
Identify and implement process improvements to optimize cash flow and efficiency
Ensure compliance with SOX controls for treasury; maintain updated documentation
Collaborate with Financial Reporting Team on accounting for cash, investments, and inter-company activity
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory role
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; advanced Excel skills required
Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills
Preferred
Experience with insurance accounting systems (e.g., Oracle Fusion Financial Cloud and Account Reconciliation Cloud Service, or policy administration platforms)
Insurance or banking industry experience preferred
Knowledge of escheatment laws and regulations
Experience with reinsurance accounting and intercompany transactions
Company
Citizens Inc.
Citizens, Inc.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2019-06-01Non Equity Assistance
Leadership Team
Jon Stenberg
CEO & President
J
Jeff Conklin
Chief Financial Officer
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