Senior Financial Accountant

Oversee monthly and quarterly close procedures for technical insurance accounts and high judgment accounting areas Ensure management information and financial reporting are complete, accurate and timely Review and prepare monthly reconciliations for insurance balance sheet accounts Provide analytical reviews of financial metrics Assist with preparation of US insurance statutory filings Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with US GAAP Project manage systems implementations, upgrades and automation initiatives across teams, focusing on financial data, processes and controls Maintain accounting policies and procedures and ensure financial statements and underwriting-related transactions comply with US GAAP and US Statutory Accounting Principles Develop, implement and maintain process documentation and controls over financial reporting and compliance Maintain stakeholder relationships and drive execution of team deliverables Liaise with internal and external auditors Requirements Qualified CPA or equivalent Demonstrable post-qualification experience gained in a similar role within an insurance company or within practice auditing insurance companies In-depth knowledge of US GAAP Good knowledge of relevant insurance accounting treatment Advanced MS Excel skills and ability to navigate complex spreadsheets Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Proven ability to project manage system implementations and improvements and develop automation processes Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Ability to communicate effectively with senior personnel within the group Ability to prioritize issues, identify areas of difficulty and communicate clearly with the Financial Controller / CFO Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in US GAAP and insurance accounting, with a strong focus on financial reporting, compliance, and process automation. Proven ability to manage projects and maintain stakeholder relationships while ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial metrics. Highest-signal resume keywords Qualified CPA US GAAP Knowledge Advanced MS Excel Skills Project Management Analytical Problem-Solving ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Financial Reporting Insurance Accounting Monthly Reconciliations US Statutory Accounting Principles Process Documentation Financial Statement Preparation Systems Implementation Automation Processes Soft Skills Effective Communication Team Collaboration Prioritization Stakeholder Management Certifications & Qualifications CPA Industry Keywords Insurance Accounting Financial Metrics Auditing Compliance #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor