Accountant II

Accountant II – The Auto Club Group Job Type: Full time Exempt/Non Exempt: Salary What you will do Prepares financial reports in accordance with corporate directives, statutory accounting principles, generally accepted accounting principles, and other regulatory requirements. Reconciles deposit, disbursement, product systems and other accounts, both old and new technologies. Maintains financial data and statistics on various automated systems. Coordinates interpretation of changes due to regulatory rulings and conducts research to determine implications of new products, services and operating system changes. Formally prepares, examines and ensures timeliness of supporting schedules to senior management, Board of Directors, internal and external auditors, the National Association of Insurance Commissioners and other external agencies. Develops and coordinates the implementation of accounts on the automated reconciliation software, identifying required files and developing sequence of inputs, timing of schedules and match rules. Maintains the automation reconciliation security profiles and system administration tables. Participates in the modification of new and existing data systems to ensure compliance with area specifications and financial integrity. Represents finance on corporate teams and initiatives to ensure compliance with financial specifications and integrity. Monitors the preparation of reports concerning account activities such as account analyses for management and external audit schedules. Assists less senior staff in resolving automation reconciliation software issues and problems. Attains and maintains the highest level of expertise for established functional activities within the organization structure. Assesses the impact of reporting changes necessitated by IRS, State and regulatory agency rulings and implements them as required. Determines the implication of changes in corporate reporting and modifies accounting procedures to accommodate those changes. Develops financial models using spreadsheet software. Develops and maintains job documentation and procedures. Researches and develops procedures to improve efficiency and enhance controls. Resolves problems affecting reconciliations with other units, areas and banks, including those related to both old and new technologies used in paper and paperless disbursement/receipt processes. Works with vendors to resolve software and application problems affecting the reconciliation software. Supervisory Responsibilities None Benefits Accountant II will earn a competitive salary of $65,000 - $70,000 annually, with annual bonus potential based on performance. 401k Match Medical Dental Vision PTO Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Required Qualifications Education Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field Experience Equivalent to an Accountant I of at least 2 years Preparation of financial reports utilizing user-oriented programming languages including spreadsheet programs Preparing complex bank reconciliations Using automated accounting systems Knowledge and Skills Analysis and problem solving Organization and planning Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP) Accounting and audit principles Federal and statutory reporting requirements Communicating effectively with others in a work environment and with the public Communicating effectively both orally and in writing Researching and analyzing financial data Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance Experience working in a multi-company, multi-state environment Knowledge of AAA Michigan products and services Knowledge of personal property concepts Strong organizational, planning, analytical, time management and administrative skills Employment Arrangement This is a hybrid work arrangement; time is spent in both office and remote locations as assessed by leadership. Equal Opportunity Employer The Auto Club Group, along with all its affiliated companies, is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants, as needed, to enable them to fulfill these requirements. Regular and reliable attendance is essential for the function of this job. Legal Statement AAA The Auto Club Group is committed to providing a safe workplace. All applicants offered employment will be required to consent to a background and drug screen per position requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr AAA-The Auto Club Group