Senior Accountant Financial Reporting

Overview

This role is fully remote.

The organization operates in the life insurance industry and uses real-time underwriting technology with AI to streamline and accelerate obtaining life insurance coverage. The employer has facilitated over $74 billion in coverage.

The Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting role is part of the Finance team and is responsible for financial reporting, the monthly close process, accounting policies, and coordinating audits to ensure accurate and compliant financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly reporting and analysis on US GAAP results, including business result account fluctuations for month-end close and budget comparisons
• Prepare annual financial statements with supporting workpapers
• Assist with implementation of new accounting standards and transactions, including researching and drafting position and implementation memos
• Conduct contract reviews and coordinate necessary implementations
• Maintain compliance with US GAAP and insurance industry standards, recommending procedural updates
• Manage external financial and tax audit processes and deliverables
• Identify and address operational inefficiencies to support scalable growth
• Participate in ad hoc financial and organizational projects
• Manage the general ledger and related financial systems
• Travel as required

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent
• CPA certification required with relevant industry or public accounting experience
• Minimum of 3 years in financial reporting, public accounting, or audit
• Advanced Excel skills and experience handling large data sets
• Strong verbal and written communication skills adaptable to various audiences
• Proficient knowledge of accounting processes, controls, and US GAAP financial statement preparation
• Experience preparing accounting research papers and implementation plans
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across functional groups
• Strong ownership and accountability for quality and timeliness
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively
• Experience with Sigma and ERP systems like Oracle NetSuite preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range and compensation package will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and other relevant factors
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Flexible paid time off, including a week-long winter holiday closure
• Stock option packages
• 401(k) match program up to 4%
• Monthly wellness stipend through a dedicated fitness program
• Ten weeks of paid parental leave inclusive of birthing, adoption, or fostering
• Work-from-home support with remote office stipend and monthly internet reimbursement
• Company-wide virtual events

Location

Fully remote