Sr. Accountant

Overview

A property and casualty insurer specializing in coverage tailored to Florida homeowners is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to join their accounting and finance team. This role involves managing complex accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

General Accounting

• Prepare and record monthly journal entries.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accuracy of financial records.
• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
• Analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts and investigate variances.
• Prepare fixed asset schedules, prepaid expenses schedules, and other supporting schedules for internal and external financial reporting.
• Participate in process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in accounting operations.

Bank Reconciliations and Cash Management

• Perform timely and accurate monthly bank reconciliations for multiple operating and investment accounts.
• Research and resolve outstanding reconciling items and discrepancies.
• Monitor daily cash activity and assist with cash forecasting.
• Coordinate with treasury and operational departments to ensure proper recording of cash transactions including expense reimbursements.
• Recommend process improvements to strengthen cash controls and reconciliation efficiency.

Budget and Financial Analysis

• Prepare accounting entries related to premiums, claims, and commissions.
• Assist in the annual budgeting process, including gathering departmental budget submissions and preparing consolidated budgets.
• Support quarterly forecasts and long-range financial planning.
• Analyze actual financial results against budget and forecast, identifying significant variances.
• Prepare management reports and financial analyses to support strategic decision-making.
• Partner with department leaders to monitor budget performance and provide financial guidance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years progressive accounting experience in property and casualty insurance.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and SAP accounting standards.
• Proficiency in accounting software (General Ledger).
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial reporting tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with process automation or financial system implementations.

Additional Information

• Travel: Minimal, as required.
• ADA: The listed duties represent the principal functions of the job; some variation in duties may occur.
• Job Type: Full-time
• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Work Location: Remote

Compensation & Benefits

• 401(k) plan
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement