Accounting Manager

The Company

Client is seeking an Accounting Manager for this mid-sized Life & Annuity carrier that is planning to go public. This carrier values a holistic approach to the business and encourages its employees to get involved in various aspects of the company. As a result, associates become integral to the fabric of the organization and gain a comprehensive understanding of how the business operates.

Led by a team of experienced insurance professionals, including a respected CEO and investor group, this carrier boasts an A rating and a significant portfolio of 250,000+ policies providing over $13 billion in coverage. Their mission is to offer their customers life insurance, asset accumulation, and supplemental health products that help them achieve their goals.

The Scope

The Accounting Manager will report to the Director of Accounting and will play a vital role in preparing the carrier for its public offering. They will join a Finance team that oversees strategic capital deployment, financial reporting, accounting policy, tax, treasury, audit, rating agency processes, as well as finance board and audit committee presentations. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual to make a meaningful impact and contribute to the continued success of the organization. This is a fully remote opportunity.

The Responsibilities

• Assist with the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including activities related to the general ledger, journals, and accounts
• Help to enhance controls in our newly implemented Oracle Cloud general ledger system
• Perform cash management reconciliations for various banks and sources of funds
• Develop financial reports and perform daily submissions of accounts payable items
  
  
  

Other responsibilities include contributing to management inquiries, audits, budgets, and intercompany settlements. The General Accounting Manager will also update and maintain disbursement procedures and controls and support the needs of MAR and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) control implementation and testing. They will carry out their duties in compliance with all state and federal regulations and guidelines. The General Accounting Manager will manage aspects of the General Accounting function and may have supervisory responsibilities in the future.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in GAAP and Statutory insurance accounting from the Life Insurance industry
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA designation
• Highly proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office tools
• Possess effective communication and relationship building skills with both internal and external business partners.