Director, SEC Reporting

Kemper • Chicago, IL

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper’s products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises. Position Summary: Kemper is a publicly traded, multi-billion-dollar insurance and financial services company, and we are seeking a talented and motivated accounting professional to join our SEC & Financial Reporting team at our headquarters in downtown Chicago. This is a fantastic role for a strong performer who is looking to greatly expand their knowledge within a multi-faceted insurance company (P&C, Life) that has exposure to financial reporting under SEC, GAAP, Statutory, and ERISA accounting frameworks. Kemper has a proven track record for developing its people for higher roles within the department as well as other functions and across its operating entities. We seek a detail-oriented professional to assist with a wide range of monthly, quarterly and annual accounting functions associated with Kemper’s financial reporting.

Requirements

• 7-10 years of experience in public accounting and/or SEC reporting for a large public company
• BA/BS degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA required
• Familiarity with US GAAP and SEC filing requirements
• Experience navigating a large ERP environment
• Effective writing skills and strong attention to detail required
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills
• Progressive thinking skills, a strong work ethic, and a knack for innovative solutions
• Excellent communication skills to interact with varying levels of management and professional staff
• Ability to identify, analyze, and solve complex accounting issues

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Workday Financial Management and Workiva a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead the SEC financial reporting process including the timely and accurate filing of Forms 10-Q/K, 8-K and other SEC documents
• Schedule and facilitate meetings with senior leadership to discuss business trends and draft management discussion and analysis in advance of quarterly reporting
• Preparation and facilitation of quarterly end-to-end reporting workflow
• Manage external audit review comments on Forms 10-Q/K, 8-K and other SEC documents
• Responsible for ongoing management of Workiva for use of financial reporting, including iXBRL
• Coordinate with Accounting Policy to ensure compliance with SEC disclosure requirements and accounting guidance
• Manage team of two accountants

Benefits

• Qualify for your choice of health and dental plans within your first month.
• Save for your future with robust 401(k) match, Health Spending Accounts and various retirement plans.
• Learn and Grow with our Tuition Assistance Program, paid certifications and continuing education programs.
• Contribute to your community through United Way and volunteer programs.
• Balance your life with generous paid time off and business casual dress.
• Get employee discounts for shopping, dining and travel through Kemper Perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees