Manager, Financial Reporting

Kemper•Chicago, IL

1d•$79,500 - $132,900•Hybrid

About The Position

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 Financial Reporting team at our headquarters in downtown Chicago. We are looking for a Manager, Financial Reporting who is looking to greatly expand their knowledge within a multi-faceted insurance company (P&C, Life, Health) that has exposure to financial reporting under SEC, GAAP, ERISA and statutory accounting frameworks. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to expand their expertise within a complex, multi-line insurance organization spanning Property & Casualty, Life, and Health businesses. In this role, you will gain exposure to financial reporting across multiple regulatory and accounting frameworks, including SEC, GAAP, ERISA, and statutory accounting. Our Financial Reporting team has a strong track record of promoting talent into leadership roles within the department, across business functions, and throughout our operating entities. We are seeking a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys contributing to a broad range of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting activities.

Requirements

5-8 years of experience in public accounting and/or corporate financial reporting
BA/BS degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA or CPA candidate, is a plus
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

Accounting/reporting experience in the insurance industry is a strong plus

Responsibilities

Assisting in preparation of L&H and P&C Statutory-basis financial statements (Blue Books, Yellow Books)
Prepare audited financial statements and respond to inquiries from internal and external auditors
Research emerging accounting guidance and analyze unique operational transactions to ensure appropriate accounting treatment.
Manage submission of state filings to various insurance bureaus and departments
Reviewing the prepared work of Staff and Senior Accountants and providing meaningful feedback
Designing, preparing and analyzing management reports
Develop and perform ad hoc reporting, queries, and financial analyses as needed