Accountant IV, Financial Reporting
About The Position
The Accountant IV, Financial Reporting, works in Safety National’s Accounting & Finance department and contributes to the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of the company’s financial reporting. The role supports monthly close activities; prepares and reviews financial statements and analytical reports; and helps meet reporting requirements under Statutory (STAT), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). The accountant collaborates with stakeholders across the organization and serves as a knowledgeable resource on financial reporting matters, providing timely information to management and external stakeholders for business decisions. The position is hybrid, with at least three days per week in Safety National’s St. Louis Corporate Office. Employees must submit work-from-home requests and follow the company’s Work From Home policy. The role also includes protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information and technology assets in accordance with company policies, standards, and procedures.
Requirements
- Four-year Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
- Three or more years of relevant experience in public accounting or the insurance industry.
- Knowledge of financial accounting principles and financial reporting processes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple priorities within established deadlines.
- Ability and willingness to learn new accounting systems, technologies, and reporting processes.
- Must be presently authorized to work in the United States without requiring employment-based work authorization sponsorship from the company now or in the future.
- Ability to work a hybrid schedule that includes at least three days per week in the St. Louis Corporate Office and comply with the company’s Work From Home policy.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
- Master of Business Administration (MBA).
- Experience with PeopleSoft accounting or financial management systems.
- Experience preparing financial reports under STAT, GAAP, and IFRS accounting standards.
- Experience with financial reporting, reconciliations, or audit support within the insurance industry.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and perform first-level reviews of complex analytical reports and assigned journal entries during the monthly financial close process.
- Prepare and review complex components of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, disclosures, and management and board reports and presentations.
- Research and interpret STAT, GAAP, and IFRS accounting principles and stay informed about evolving industry standards and business developments.
- Serve as a subject matter expert on financial reporting requirements and provide guidance to internal stakeholders.
- Support management in preparing components of the annual budget and conducting financial analysis.
- Collaborate with other accounting functions to process transactions, reconcile accounts, and support departmental accounting activities.
- Participate in building, testing, and implementing system enhancements that improve accounting processes and reporting capabilities.
- Assist with coordination and information requests involving internal and external auditors and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Manage multiple priorities, maintain attention to detail, and meet established reporting deadlines.
- Protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information and technology assets in accordance with company policies, standards, and procedures.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, including base salary, holiday bonus, and incentive awards.
- Generous health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Health savings accounts.
- 401(k) retirement savings match.
- Annual profit-sharing contribution.
- Family-forming benefits for adoption, fertility, and surrogacy.
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
- Paid parental and caregiver leave.
- Hybrid work environment.
- Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
- Employee recognition and well-being programs.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Wellness perks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
