Senior Accountant II

General Purpose of the Position:

The Senior Accountant II will be responsible for monthly accounting activities, including providing financial information to management; enter and substantiate financial transactions, prepare journal entries, month-end, quarter-end and year-end close. Demonstrate expert knowledge of accounting principles and familiarity with GAAP and/or STAT accounting, including reinsurance accounting. Provide assistance and lead special accounting projects and implementations.  Ensure the integrity of the accounting information for compliance and quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepare quarterly and annual statutory financial statements accordingly to schedule

Complete month end, quarter-end and year-end closing according to schedule

Perform variance analyses and prepare account reconciliations

Prepare journals entries related to reinsurance contracts and settlements

Prepare journals entries related to investment transactions

Prepare premium tax returns and all related settlements

Analyzing complex financial reports and records

Documenting and monitoring internal controls in support of Audit and SOX compliance

Communicate with co-workers, management, clients, and others in a courteous and professional manner

Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions

Coordinate more complex accounting projects and initiatives with other accountants

Mentoring and training other accountants

Assists in providing feedback and documentation of significant variances of monthly financials

Skills and Abilities Required:

Highly detailed-oriented, organized and ability to multi-task

Ability to meet a constant stream of deadlines

Superior analytical and problem solving, research and resolution skills

Expert knowledge of accounting principles

Proven ability to operate independently with minimal daily direction from management

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Education and Experience Required:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent experience

5+ years insurance industry experience preferred

Computer Equipment and Software Requirements:

Advanced Windows Microsoft products

Proficiency in Excel

FRX

Great Plains Dynamics