Lead Accountant

Liberty Mutual Insurance•Boston, MA

1d•$83,000 - $154,000

About The Position

When you enter finance and accounting position at Liberty Mutual Insurance, you will find the same dynamic environment and challenges as within other organizations. Yet you will find something more: an opportunity to apply your analytic and technical skills to a company renowned for its integrity and focus on developing its employees' careers. As a Lead Accountant, you will conduct complex assignments involving maintaining ledger accounts and developing financial statements and reports.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (Accounting or Finance) required.
Minimum of 5 years of accounting or finance experience.
Must demonstrate attention to detail in a fast-paced work environment and the ability to adapt quickly to changing conditions to achieve results.
Communicates well with own team and across organizational boundaries to create alignment and ensure the successful completion of shared goals.
Comfortable leading meetings and able to communicate issues and trends to senior management and other groups at the appropriate level of detail.
Possesses a solid understanding of accounting principles.

Nice To Haves

CPA or advanced degree in accounting preferred.
External reporting experience

Responsibilities

Prepare complex financial reports utilizing a broad knowledge of accounting policies and procedures.
Prepare and/or input general ledger entries by utilizing set procedures and various accounting systems.
Research complex accounting treatment and policies by utilizing available technology and other resources.
Research and resolve complex reconciling issues and discrepancies; take corrective measures to prevent.
Provide customer service to internal and external groups.
Review financial reports for accuracy and ensure timely preparation.
Prepare analysis and be prepared to provide explanations for unusual and/or inconsistent trends.
Coordinate audit activities, including preparing audit support, responding to audit requests, and partnering with internal and external auditors.
Suggest process improvement initiatives and provide solutions to enhance current processes.