Associate Accountant

Housing Authority Insurance Group•Cheshire, CT

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Manager of Financial Reporting and Reinsurance, the Associate Accountant assists in the preparation of balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial reports. Responsibilities also include maintenance of fixed asset ledger, journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations. The associate accountant is expected to have strong customer service skills as they work with members across the enterprise, our external members, business partners, auditors and the general public.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, required
Proficient in Microsoft excel
Basic knowledge of Accounting/ Finance principles and concepts
Basic understanding of department functions and basic understanding of accounting processes
Basic analytical problem solving with the ability to identify challenges and solve problems
Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Team player; builds relationships across the enterprise
Self-motivated and dependable
Acts with integrity, is ethical, and maintains professionalism
Flexible and adaptive

Nice To Haves

0-1+ years’ experience within finance, preferred
Willingness to learn about property-liability insurance company operations and not-for-profit entities

Responsibilities

Responsible for monthly accounting entries and preparation of supporting documentation and reconciliations.
Maintain fixed assets including ledger entries.
Responsible for various procedures (e.g., balancing, reconciliations, etc.) to maintain segregation of duties and controls per monthly closing schedule.
Maintains member surplus balances including ledger entries.
Assists senior and senior level accounting team and FP&A team with reconciliations, research and general ledger activities.
Meets reporting deadlines with accuracy through effective time management
Learns and utilizes accounting and auditing best practices

Benefits

Bonus program eligibility
Annual merit program
Outstanding 401(k) program and non-elective contribution
Flexible work schedules
Generous paid time off, paid volunteer days and paid holidays
Medical, vision and dental Insurance
Company paid life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
HSA, FSA and dependent care options
On-Site wellness: Full gym and locker rooms, wellness initiatives, outdoor basketball and tennis court, picnic pavilion area
Tuition reimbursement and loan repayment
Professional development
Community outreach