Operations Accountant (Hybrid - In Office 10 days/Month)
About The Position
We are adding an Operations Accountant to our NGL Team! This is a hybrid position requiring individuals to work in office 10 days per month; or as needed for business needs. Who We Are: Since 1909, National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL) has been one of America’s most successful and highly rated independent life insurance companies. We specialize in a suite of innovative products for life’s journey, giving people the financial stability, careful guidance and peace of mind to lead a life filled with confidence, dignity and grace. NGL's Core Values – integrity, dependability, collaboration, compassion and growth are a foundation of our company and help to build on the interactions we have with our policyholders, partners, funeral homes and each other. We believe in creating an inclusive, welcoming environment for all where diversity is celebrated, and everyone is encouraged to live their best, most authentic self. We offer Employee Resource Groups for employees to get involved, learn, network, and offer professional and personal development opportunities. With over 100 years of experience, our passion is to serve people. Learn more.
Requirements
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and accounting systems
- Demonstrated intermediate accounting knowledge to prepare general ledger journal entries and assigned account reconciliations
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with NGL employees, management, and external parties
- Ability to exercise sound judgment, and to ensure effective and timely delivery of services
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to interpret financial data
- Ability to identify internal process improvements to optimize efficiencies
- Highly organized with strong time management skills
- Proven analytical skills with ability to conduct independent research and analysis, identify issues, formulate options, and make recommendation
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with an insurance policy administration system preferred.
Responsibilities
- Reconcile moderately complex general ledger transactions, and incoming check deposits for policy administration systems.
- Reconcile various general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy.
- Prepare all reporting and reconciliations for assigned reinsurance arrangements.
- Track and report unclaimed property for assigned company.
- Identify and recommend process improvements and operational efficiencies.
- Research discrepancies, identify the root cause, and determine the course of action to resolve. Escalate complex issues to senior-level team members as needed.
- Provide backup support to other team members with daily tasks as needed.
- Provide partners with required administrative reporting as assigned.
- Perform other projects as assigned.
Benefits
- 20 days of Paid Time Off growing to 25 days after 5 years
- 11 Paid Holidays (10 company holidays and 1 personal holiday of your choice)
- Health care, dental and vision plans
- Up to $1,500 (Family) or $1,000 (Single) annually towards a Health Savings Account
- Annual bonus based on company performance
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401(k) match up to 9%
- Paid Sabbatical after 8 years
- Paid Volunteer Time
- Education Assistance Program
- Employee Recognition Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
