Senior Accountant

Overview At Physicians Mutual, we are committed to protecting the financial security of our policyowners through strong financial stewardship, accuracy, and compliance. We are seeking a Financial Reporting Accountant to support statutory reporting, regulatory filings, and core accounting operations across our insurance products. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a regulated environment, managing detailed financial reporting, and contributing to the integrity of company financials. Responsibilities Financial & Accounting Operations Review general ledger trial balances and ensure accounts are in balance through reconciliations and supporting documentation Prepare and review workpapers, reconciliations, trial balances, and adjusting entries required for financial reporting Verify accuracy of financial data received from internal departments, investment managers, and custodians Assist Internal Audit by preparing schedules and workpapers for external auditors and state examiners Reconciliation & General Ledger Oversight Reconcile asset, liability, income, and expense accounts and resolve discrepancies Partner with internal teams to address recurring reporting or system-related issues Ensure timely completion of all reconciliations and correcting entries Regulatory Reporting & Compliance Prepare and process premium tax filings across all 50 states for multiple entities, including annual returns, estimated payments, and monthly accruals Manage unclaimed property (escheat) processes, including semi-annual filings, due diligence notifications, and coordination with policyholders and businesses prior to remittance Ensure accuracy in regulatory reporting by reconciling systems and general ledger activity to prevent duplicate reporting or payments Stay current on changes in regulatory and tax requirements and ensure compliance Fixed Assets & Reporting Maintain fixed asset accounting, including tracking additions, disposals, and depreciation schedules Run scheduled reporting and ensure accurate recording of asset activity Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent experience 3–5 years of accounting experience in insurance, financial services, or public accounting Knowledge of the insurance industry is helpful. Coursework toward professional designation (CPA, CMA, MBA, FLMI) preferred Demonstrates experience with reconciliations, and regulatory reports Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, and experience with general ledger Working knowledge of reporting systems such as Blackline, Workday, Tritech, and FSI is preferred Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines What Sets You Apart High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy Strong understanding of regulatory environments and compliance requirements Ability to identify discrepancies and proactively resolve issues Motivation to improve processes and strengthen internal controls Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams #J-18808-Ljbffr