Data Steward

Salary The salary range for this position is $55,132.00 - $88,210.00 annually, plus bonus and benefits. Location & Schedule Data Steward position available in Columbus, OH or Charleston, WV. Flexible hybrid schedule; must reside within a reasonable commute. Essential Functions Ensure proper recording and reporting of insurance information systems based on statutory accounting principles. Develop an understanding of property and casualty insurance and assist with research, analysis, and implementation of data fixes to ensure proper reporting. Identify potential problems, inefficiencies, or risk and work with higher-level staff to resolve them. Daily posting of journal entries and related reconciliation reports for policy, claim, commission and miscellaneous insurance and corporate information systems. Perform account reconciliations for assigned asset, liability, and expense accounts to ensure the accuracy of financial reports. Run and modify existing reports from financial reporting systems including the core insurance system, general ledger, business objects, and other online data access points. Post journal entries, allocations and required supporting computations. Assist other areas with these functions. Complete selected elements of the month‑end close process. Review, maintain and approve all vendor records in keeping with established procedures and controls. Assist with reconciliation of potential issues and exceptions related to the cash process and reporting. Assist with PBC items for the company’s annual audit. Other Functions Identify areas of inefficiency to streamline results. Be part of specialized project teams to achieve accounting department’s goals. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities A four‑year college degree is required, with a major in accounting, finance, data science, or management information systems strongly preferred. Interest in progressing toward CPA, CITP or CISA is preferred, though not required. Ability to learn and understand various software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and specialized insurance software. Preference for experience with Business Objects and Tableau. Ability to access and analyze various data sources to meet compliance, accounting, and operational reporting needs. Works well in a highly skilled team environment, readiness to learn new technology, profit‑minded perspective, effective oral and written communication skills. Qualifications Four‑year college degree (accounting, finance, data science, or MIS). Strongly preferred majors. CPA/CITP/CISA interest preferred. Experience with Microsoft Office, Business Objects, and Tableau. Ability to perform data analysis and reporting. Benefits Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Company‑provided life and income protection plans Employee incentive bonus program 401(k) retirement plan with 100% match up to 7% of salary Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Floating Holidays Flexible Work Arrangements – Hybrid and remote depending on role EEO Statement Encova Insurance is an EOE/E-Verify employer. This position has been evaluated in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Encova Insurance makes every effort to accommodate disabilities to permit performance of the essential functions and encourages candidates who need accommodation to seek it. Additional Information Position may be available only to applicants residing in specific U.S. states (Ohio and West Virginia for this location). Applicants must meet legal residency requirements. Position description is subject to change. #J-18808-Ljbffr