Senior Manager, Financial Close and Consolidation

Location(s)Chicago, IllinoisDetailsKemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper’s products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises. Position Summary:Kemper is a publicly traded, multi-billion-dollar insurance and financial services company, and we are seeking a talented and motivated accounting professional to join our SEC & Financial Reporting team at our headquarters in downtown Chicago. This is a fantastic role for a strong performer who is looking to greatly expand their knowledge within a multi-faceted insurance company (P&C, Life) that has exposure to financial reporting under SEC, GAAP, Statutory, and ERISA accounting frameworks. Kemper has a proven track record for developing its people for higher roles within the department as well as other functions and across its operating entities. We seek a detail-oriented professional to assist with a wide range of monthly, quarterly and annual accounting functions associated with Kemper’s financial reporting.Position Responsibilities:Prepare, own, and distribute the monthly & quarterly close calendar to ensure the GAAP financial close is completed timely and accuratelyManage all consolidation related processes for the US GAAP close including intercompany, inter and Intra-segment eliminations, and suspense account analysisResponsible for preparation of the consolidated balance sheet, income statement, and statement of equity as well as and segment level income statements and exhibits on operating expensesPreparation of the Statement of Cash Flows that includes working with multiple different departments including Tax, Investments, and Treasury, as well as P&C, Life, and Corporate AccountingPreparation and review of the Financial SupplementPrepare, understand and distribute all non-GAAP Income StatementsWork with internal and external auditors to provide necessary supportActively identify, lead, manage, and complete process improvement projectsPosition Requirements: BA/BS degree in AccountingCPA preferred10+ years of experience in accounting. Insurance experience is a plusExperience in running general ledger consolidations and preparation of financial statements, previously preparation of the statement of cash flows a plusFamiliarity with US GAAP requirements, familiarity with statutory accounting principles is a plusExperience in Workday Financial Management and Workiva WDesk a strong plusExperience navigating a large ERP environmentProficiency in MS Office products - intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS ExcelExcellent communication skills to interact with varying levels of management and professional staffRequired Job Skills: Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate workAbility to identify, analyze, and solve complex accounting issuesStrong analytical, organizational, and time management skillsProgressive thinking skills, a strong work ethic, and a knack for innovative solutionsExcellent communication skills to interact with varying levels of management and professional staffThe selected candidate will work a hybrid work schedule which will require weekly reporting to our Chicago, IL officeThe range for this position is $99,000 to $164,800. When determining candidate offers, we consider experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location among other factors. This job is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and Kemper benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k, etc.)Kemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality across our organization and we work diligently to maintain a workplace free from discrimination. Kemper is focused on expanding our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts to align with our vision, mission, and guiding principles. Kemper does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Kemper and Kemper will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.Kemper will never request personal information, such as your social security number or banking information, via text or email. Additionally, Kemper does not use external messaging applications like WireApp or Skype to communicate with candidates. If you receive such a message, delete it. #LI-HybridSummaryLocation: Chicago, IllinoisType: Full time