Staff Accountant (Hybrid)

Selective Insurance Company of America • Short Hills, NJ

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Position is responsible for maintaining general ledger account balances, in conformity with Statutory Accounting Principles (SSAP) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Prepares accurate monthly financial reports and accounting summaries. Examines accounting documents for accuracy and ensures compliance with policies and procedures and accounting standards. All job duties and responsibilities must be carried out in compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
Note: (For NJ candidates) This role will be located at our future headquarters in Short Hills, N.J. Until the new headquarters is operational, the successful candidate will be offered the ability to work in our Branchville, N.J. location during this interim period.

Requirements

• Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Familiarity with laws and regulations that apply to accounting and compliance.
• Experience with spreadsheet software packages.
• Familiarity with automated or manual accounting systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to organize and manage projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• 1-3 years of financial accounting experience

Responsibilities

• Analyzes general ledger account balances and compiles financial information.
• Develops financial and managerial accounting information.
• Assists in preparation of accounting reports and reconciliations.
• Suggests new accounting procedures and recommends improvements.
• Determines expenses for services and distributes costs.
• Maintains and reconciles certain general ledger accounts
• Applies applicable accounting and reporting rules, and statutory regulations
• Records financial transactions in accordance with SSAP and GAAP
• Prepares financial reports for financial analysis regarding account status
• Participates in accounting projects.

Benefits

• competitive base salary
• incentive plan eligibility
• comprehensive health care plans
• retirement savings plan with company match
• discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program
• tuition assistance and reimbursement programs
• paid time off plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level