Accountant II

Responsible for maintaining accounting records, exercising professional judgement and GAAP expertise while providing support and analysis of accounting transactions for Alliant Insurance and its subsidiaries. Prepares journal entries, assists with month-end Close analysis, and supports external audits and reviews. Identifies and implements process improvements to help streamline and enhance efficiencies, promotes the analysis and communication of financial results, and provides proactive customer service to business partners. Reconciles balance sheet accounts to ensure financial results are accurately represented and in conformance with GAAP. Researches and resolves discrepancies in account balances and identifies actual or potential problems with financial transactions and recommends corrective action, as needed. Interprets data and develops key performance indicators (KPI’s) in support of the monthly financial close process and inquiries from business partners. Supports financial statement consolidations. Participates in the development and documentation of accounting procedures, implementing system and procedural changes, and provides training and assistance to other employees. Identifies areas of improvement to derive enhanced methods for explaining business drivers, accelerating Close timing, improving Close accuracy, and enhancing controls over financial reporting. Supports quarterly reviews and the year-end financial statement audit and related PBC deliverables. Administers critical accounting processes and the execution of related controls. Ad hoc requests as determined by management. Performs all duties in accordance with all company policies and procedures, and all federal, state, and local laws, wherein the Company operates. Performs other duties as assigned Requirements Bachelor's Degree in accounting or related field Two (2) or more years of relevant professional work experience in accounting Insurance industry and/or public accounting experience, preferred Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in GAAP compliance, accounting processes, and financial analysis, with a focus on improving efficiencies and accuracy in financial reporting. Proficient in preparing journal entries, supporting audits, and developing key performance indicators to enhance business insights. Highest-signal resume keywords GAAP Expertise Journal Entry Preparation Financial Analysis Process Improvement Accounting Procedures Development ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Accounting Records Maintenance Month-End Close Analysis Balance Sheet Reconciliation Financial Statement Consolidation KPI Development Soft Skills Proactive Customer Service Problem Resolution Communication Certifications & Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Accounting Industry Keywords Insurance Industry Experience Public Accounting Experience #J-18808-Ljbffr