Financial Reporting Accountant

Overview

A financial services organization is seeking a Financial Reporting Accountant to support the accounting close and reporting cycle. This role focuses on preparing and reviewing statutory financial data and statements in compliance with NAIC Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP), ensuring timely and accurate filings with state insurance departments and the NAIC.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the statutory accounting close cycle by preparing journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, and supporting workpapers.
• Prepare and review quarterly and annual statutory financial statements and schedules according to NAIC SAP.
• Assist with regulatory filings to state insurance departments and the NAIC, including supplemental schedules, state-specific requirements, and electronic submissions.
• Research and resolve discrepancies, analyze trends, review account movements, and explain key drivers impacting surplus and financial results.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying enhancements and completing projects alongside project leads.
• Prepare auditor schedules, deliver high-quality work with thoughtful review responses, and resolve issues with minimal guidance.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in accounting or financial reporting, with insurance or financial services industry experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with NAIC statutory reporting and a solid understanding of statutory accounting principles (SAP).
• Strong communication skills with an open, curious, and eager-to-learn attitude.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment and build strong relationships.
• Proactive follow-through, strong attention to detail, and a drive for excellence.
• Ability to identify process improvement opportunities to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and workflow.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with regulatory filings and electronic submissions.
• Familiarity with auditor schedules and responding to audit inquiries.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $66,100 - $110,100 annually.
• Eligibility for the company annual bonus program.
• Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements.
• 401(k) plan with immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, flex days, and ten paid holidays.
• Company matching for charitable giving.

Location & Work Authorization

• This role requires authorization to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout employment.
• Employer work visa sponsorship is not provided.
• Remote work is supported with minimum internet requirements: 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload speeds via fiber, cable, or DSL connections. Satellite, cellular broadband, wireless technologies, and dial-up connections are not permitted.

Additional Information

• Candidates will be required to participate in video interviews and identity verification steps to ensure secure and fair hiring practices.
• Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in disqualification, withdrawal of job offers, or termination of employment if fraud is discovered.