Accounting Manager
Job Description
Company Profile:
This company is a well-established player in the insurance and reinsurance industry, recognized for its commitment to compliance, innovation, and operational excellence.
The company continues to evolve by adapting to regulatory changes and expanding its lines of business through strategic acquisitions and partnerships.
Accounting Manager Role:
As the Accounting Manager, you will oversee GAAP reporting processes and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting and compliance. You will play a key role in managing audits, state filings, and reporting across multiple lines of insurance and reinsurance.
Your responsibilities will include reviewing and preparing monthly journal entries and financial statements on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. You will prepare or review general ledger account reconciliations and conduct variance analysis to identify and resolve discrepancies. In this role, you will manage the completion of quarterly and annual statements. You will assist in coordinating both GAAP and STAT audits and ensure all statutory reports are submitted on time. Additional duties include supporting the implementation of new regulatory requirements, handling new lines of business and acquisitions, and managing new reinsurance partner transactions.
You will collaborate with state examiners, external auditors, and senior management as needed. Occasionally, you may also provide backup support for daily cash management. You will review the creation of State Pages, State Premium Tax Returns, and other regulatory filings including Federal/State Income Tax Withheld and Unclaimed Property Filings. Staying current with emerging or newly updated NAIC accounting standards is essential. This role offers the opportunity to contribute ideas that enhance internal procedures and overall operational efficiency.
Accounting Manager Background Profile:
7+ years of recent experience in a similar role within the financial services industry.
Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Strong knowledge GAAP basis reporting is required.
The ideal candidate is analytical, highly organized, and possesses strong referencing skills for work papers, financial statements, and schedules. Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel, is expected.
Strong communication and research skills, a collaborative team mindset, and a continuous improvement approach are critical.
Experience managing, supervising, and training accounting team members is necessary, along with the ability to coordinate effectively across departments.
Knowledge of Model Audit Rule compliance is also preferred.
Features and Benefits of Client:
Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
Paid parking
Gym membership
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
Discount Card Benefits Program
Flexible Spending Accounts – Medical & Dependent Care
401(k) Plan
Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas.
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Fatima Akhtar
Fatima Akhtar is a dedicated Executive Search Recruiter with a specialty focus on the legal sector at Frontline Source Group. With a strong passion for connecting talented candidates with top employers, Fatima leverages her expertise in staffing, recruiting, and leadership development to provide tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of her clients and candidates.
Fatima holds a master's degree in industrial and organizational psychology, which equips her to understand the nuances of both client and candidate preferences. Her professional background includes roles as a Placement Manager, Digital Staffing Specialist and Recruiter, and Leadership Development, Legal and Digital Staffing Intern. In these positions, she honed her skills in communication, creative problem-solving, and working effectively in fast-paced environments.
Fluent in both Spanish and English, Fatima excels in communicating with diverse audiences. She is committed to helping individuals find meaningful careers and assisting organizations in growing their teams. Always eager to learn and collaborate, Fatima is also open to opportunities in change management, learning and development, and HR.
With her strong interpersonal skills and a keen eye for talent, Fatima Akhtar is an invaluable asset to any organization looking to exceed its hiring goals.