Accountant II (Hybrid)

SUMMARY 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 streamline and enhance efficiencies, promotes the analysis and communication of financial results, and provides proactive customer service to business partners. Hybrid work schedule: In‑office requirement. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Prepares journal entries with supporting backup, ensuring transactions are accurate, properly coded and recorded in accordance with GAAP. 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, recommending corrective action as needed. Interprets data and develops key performance indicators (KPIs) to support the monthly financial close process and inquiries from business partners. Supports financial statement consolidations. Participates in the development and documentation of accounting procedures, implements system and procedural changes, and provides training and assistance to other employees. Identifies areas of improvement to enhance explanations of business drivers, accelerate close timing, improve close accuracy, and strengthen 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. Accommodates 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 applicable to the Company. Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or a related field. Two (2) or more years of relevant professional work experience. Insurance industry and/or public accounting experience. CPA License. SKILLS Effective communication skills and the ability to work well in a team‑oriented environment. Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to multitask. Organized with the ability to learn and work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment. Ability to prioritize work, adapt to change, follow through, and meet deadlines. Self‑motivated with a strong work ethic. Demonstrated analytical, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills. Ability to effectively collaborate with business partners. Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and intermediate level skills with MS Excel. Exposure to ERP/Finance systems such as Applied EPIC, Kofax, Hyperion, PowerBI, Salesforce, Benefit Point, Blackline, and Oracle is a plus. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications and ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including California law. Applicants are protected under Federal law from discrimination. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process or would like to review these materials in an alternative format, please reach out to View email address on click.appcast.io. For more information on Alliant Insurance Service's benefits, please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr