Senior Insurance Accountant

Hiscox•Atlanta, GA

48d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Insurance Accountant will report to the Financial Reporting Manager. The position will be responsible for both insurance and general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and special projects as needed for our newly acquired two legal entities. The Senior Accountant will be an integral part of the Finance team, interacting with team members and external constituents. We are looking for someone who will help to enhance our processes and build upon the accuracy of our financials.

Requirements

Strong accounting knowledge of IFRS/GAAP
Insurance industry experience highly desired
Strong analytical, quantitative and communication skills
Advanced in excel
Detail oriented and organized in work
Able to handle multiple tasks in a deadline driven environment
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Computer skills: Microsoft Excel, Oracle
BS Degree in Accounting/Finance
CPA, CMA or MBA
3-5 years in accounting, financial reporting or equivalent business experience

Responsibilities

Preparation and posting of journal entries related to premium, claims, reinsurance, investments, expense accruals, and intercompany transactions.
Support of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
Reinsurance accounting including review of cession statements, settlement calculations, reconciliations, and coordination with reinsurers.
Investment accounting including recording investment activity, reconciling investment accounts, and supporting related reporting and disclosures.
Preparation and review of balance sheet account reconciliations and investigation of reconciling items.
Assistance with preparation of Annual and Quarterly Statutory Statements and related schedules and footnotes.
Support for internal and external audits, including preparation of audit schedules and responses to PBC requests.
Recording and reconciliation of IBNR and other actuarial reserve-related entries.
Processing of accounts payable payments and preparation of expense accruals to ensure accurate period reporting.
Support for ad hoc projects including process improvements, system enhancements, acquisitions, and integration initiatives.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus (based on personal & company performance)
401(k) with competitive company matching
Comprehensive health insurance, vision, dental and FSA plans (medical, limited purpose, and dependent care)
Company paid group term life, short-term disability and long-term disability coverage
24 Paid time off days, 2 Hiscox Days, 10 paid holidays, and ability to purchase 5 PTO days
Paid parental leave
4-week paid sabbatical after every 5 years of service
Financial Adoption Assistance and Medical Travel Reimbursement Programs
Annual reimbursement up to $600 for health club membership or fees associated with any fitness program
Company paid subscription to Headspace to support employees’ mental health and wellbeing
Recipient of 2024 Cigna’s Well-Being Award for having a best-in-class health and wellness program
Dynamic, creative and values-driven culture
Modern and open office spaces, complimentary drinks