Accountant IV, Financial Reporting

Safety National•Saint Louis, MO

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accountant IV, Financial Reporting supports the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of Safety National’s financial reporting. The role contributes to monthly close activities, prepares and reviews financial statements and analytical reports, and supports reporting under Statutory (STAT), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). The accountant collaborates with organizational stakeholders and serves as a knowledgeable resource on financial reporting matters, providing accurate and timely information to management and external stakeholders to support business decisions. This position is in the Accounting & Finance department and follows a hybrid schedule requiring at least three days per week at 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 requires current U.S. work authorization without sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

Four-year bachelor's degree in Accounting.
At least 3 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 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.
Presently authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring company sponsorship now or in the future.

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, staying informed of 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.