Senior Accountant, Insurance Accounting

iA American•Addison, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Build the future with us Are you eager to contribute to the purpose of a company that aims to help its clients feel confident and secure about their future? As a Senior Accountant, Insurance Accounting, you will play a key role in the planning and overseeing of the insurance underwriter (DAC) and other obligor/administrator accounting activities. in areas such as process improvement, quality assurance and accounting/reporting operations. This position is a great opportunity to showcase your skills and fully realize your potential within a caring and trustworthy company. Here, people and their development are at the heart of our priorities, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

Requirements

Is known for their ability to manage relationships with key stakeholders
Stands out for their analytical, organizational and communication skills
Demonstrates strong knowledge of IFRS or US GAAP
Is recognized for their experience in financial systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Blackline, and Great Plains.
Has 3-5 years of experience in accounting

Responsibilities

Assist with the monthly financial close process for the internal underwriter, administrators, and obligors, including ensuring all costs incurred are properly recorded, reviewing journal entries and review of monthly entity financial results
Prepare financial reviews for client portfolio, preparing and/or reviewing journal entries, and providing analysis and insights on sales trends to Management
Provide client relationship support and engagement including monthly surplus disbursements and other trust reimbursements.
Perform balance sheet account reconciliation and assist Manager with resolution of problem accounts and/or reconciling items.
Assist in the development and reporting of relevant KPIs and metrics to optimize the performance and success of the team
Continued focus on improving system efficiencies and business practices
Establish and maintain robust internal controls and governance to uphold operational effectiveness.
Assist in the facilitation of seamless collaboration with auditors, both internal and external, ensuring timely and comprehensive responses to requests.
Make recommendations for changes as needed and ensure that company policies and procedures are followed and establish the proper techniques to discover and prevent fraud