Senior Staff Accountant

Palomar•Mandeville, LA

6h•$70,000 - $105,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Accountant will join our growing team at a publicly traded company headquartered in San Diego, California, and will report directly to the Assistant Controller, Surety. This hybrid position is based in Mandeville, Louisiana, and offers a combination of in-office and remote work flexibility. As an integral member of the accounting team, the Senior Accountant will support the month-end close process, process claims and premium transactions, and assist with the accounts payable function. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting with 2+ years of progressive accounting experience
Strong technical accounting skills and knowledge of GAAP principles
Microsoft Office skills required – Advanced Excel, Intermediate Word, Intermediate Power Point
Extensive accounting software experience
Strong interpersonal skills. Collaborative team player necessary
Working knowledge of SOX compliance, internal controls, and regulatory reporting requirements
Able to work on-site 2-3x/week
Ability to organize, self-prioritize, and be a self-starter in a fast-paced environment with demanding internal and external deadlines
Ability to multi-task between monitored and performed assignments

Nice To Haves

Insurance industry, public company, and public accounting experience highly desirable
Accounting experience in a lead and/or training capacity preferred
CPA certification or active pursuit of CPA designation preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare timely and accurate journal entries and perform detailed general ledger reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
Manage Surety Accounting activities, including posting, balancing, and reconciling general ledger accounts.
Research and analyze financial variances by comparing current results against prior periods, prior year performance, budgets, and forecasts, providing actionable insights to management.
Collaborate with internal and external auditors to support audits and ensure compliance with financial reporting and regulatory requirements.
Identify and recommend improvements to accounting systems, processes, and procedures to enhance operational efficiency and strengthen controls.
Support the development of the accounting team by assisting with the training, mentoring, and review of staff accountant work products.
Participate in month-end and year-end close processes, including the reconciliation and transfer of data from the Surety General Ledger to the primary General Ledger.
Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records while maintaining compliance with company policies and accounting standards.