Accounting Manager (Hybrid)

Selective Insurance Company of America • Short Hills, NJ

4h • $119,000 - $163,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

At Selective, we don't just insure uniquely, we employ uniqueness.

Selective is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company with a history of strong, consistent financial performance for nearly 100 years. Selective's unique position as both a leading insurance group and an employer of choice is recognized in a wide variety of awards and honors, including listing in Forbes Best Midsize Employers in 2024 and certification as a Great Place to Work® in 2024 for the fifth consecutive year.

Employees are empowered and encouraged to Be Uniquely You by being their true, unique selves and contributing their diverse talents, experiences, and perspectives to our shared success. Together, we are a high-performing team working to serve our customers responsibly by helping to mitigate loss, keep them safe, and restore their lives and businesses after an insured loss occurs.

Overview

This position manages the general ledger activities and financial reporting. Directs the activity of staff in maintaining books of accounts, as well as preparing standard reports and statements. All job duties and responsibilities must be carried out in compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
Note: (For NJ candidates) This role will be located at our future headquarters in Short Hills, N.J. Until the new headquarters is operational, the successful candidate will be offered the ability to work in our Branchville, N.J. location during this interim period.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, SSAPs, and general ledger accounting software packages.
• Strong knowledge of account reconciliation, general ledger maintenance, and financial statements preparation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• MS office applications
• CPA Required
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred
• Five to Eight years of accounting experience
• Prior supervisory or management experience

Responsibilities

• Manage general accounting functions.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and statistics.
• Oversee and schedule activities of financial close.
• Analyze and reconcile assigned general ledger accounts.
• Prepare various schedules for outside auditors.
• Assist in the development of reports to be used in analysis and presentation of financial data to senior management.
• Assist in reviews of financial statements.
• Coordinate accounting schedules and activities.
• Manage and train accounting staff.
• Ensure company compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP), and government regulations. Assist as needed on SOX 404 documentation and controls

Benefits

• Selective Insurance offers a total rewards package that includes a competitive base salary, incentive plan eligibility at all levels, and a wide array of benefits designed to help you and your family stay healthy, achieve your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. These benefits include comprehensive health care plans, retirement savings plan with company match, discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program, tuition assistance and reimbursement programs, and paid time off plans. Additional details about our total rewards package will be provided during the recruiting process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees