Senior Statutory Accountant (HYBRID OR REMOTE)

Overview

A financial services organization is seeking a Senior Statutory Accountant to manage statutory filings for life insurance companies. This role involves ownership and visibility across the reporting process and requires collaboration with stakeholders across the organization, including an offshore team. The position offers exposure to a variety of technical and strategic projects and is suited for a motivated professional interested in continuous learning and career growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of statutory reporting, including quarterly and annual reporting and analysis.
• Complete Annual Statement and footnote filings, State filings, Audited Financials, and S-1 annual filings.
• Support external audits by ensuring accurate and timely documentation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally within Finance to improve accounting processes.
• Provide statutory analysis support to the Treasury team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and/or Finance.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate accounting and life insurance.
• Experience with statutory accounting and/or reporting.
• Strong quantitative aptitude and analytical skills to collect, interpret, and evaluate data for decision-making.
• Detail-oriented with a consistent track record of producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues across various functions and levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data connections, formulas, macros, pivot tables, and lookups.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
• Knowledge of Workiva software.
• Experience with SAP S4 General Ledger.

Skills

• Accounting: Proficient in accounting methods, processes, and tools; capable of preparing financial statements and reports.
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Ability to complete tasks with high precision.
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Skilled in analyzing situations and making informed decisions.
• Finance and Accounting: Knowledgeable in financial analysis and reporting.
• General Ledger: Experienced in updating and validating general ledger data.
• Problem Solving: Able to recognize, anticipate, and resolve organizational or process problems.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $92,000 - $165,000, varying based on skills, experience, and location.
• Additional compensation includes base salary increases, spot bonuses, and short-term incentive opportunities, depending on role and responsibility.
• Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Location & Work Schedule

• Flexible work schedule with options for fully remote or hybrid arrangements.
• Hybrid schedule typically involves 2–3 days on-site per week for employees located near offices in Charlotte, NC; New York, NY; or Syracuse, NY.
• Full-time position.

Equal Opportunity

The organization is committed to providing equal employment opportunities based on individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disabilities, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class under federal, state, and local laws.

Note: The employer participates in the E-Verify program.