Corporate Accountant
Job Description
Our client located in Dallas, TX is in need of a Corporate Accountant. This is a direct hire opportunity. Looking for Accountants with either Insurance or Investment experience and with experience doing so using iWorks.
Company Profile:
We offer life insurance, annuity, and health insurance products in almost all 50 states designed to help individuals and businesses meet and protect their financial goals. Recently rated "Best Company" by the most recognized rating agency for our industry.
Corporate Accountant Role:
In this role, the Corporate Accountant will perform monthly/quarterly closing processes including prepare/post journal entries for investment activity and insurance activity.
Prepare general ledger account reconciliations and par value reconciliations.
Back-office duties for the trading desk; including communication with multiple brokers and state banks.
Primary liaison to investment management teams, custodians and investment software vendor.
Creation of monthly financial reports regarding investment holdings.
Investment Accountant prepares schedules and exhibits of quarterly, including IMR/AVR, Schedule D, BA and DB.
Support other regulatory reporting requirements including MD&A, Risk Based Capital, AmBest and SRQ filing.
Respond to requests from external auditors, external rating agencies and regulatory bodies.
You will prepare and/or assist State pages, State premium tax returns, and other State regulatory filings if required.
Identify and recommend continuous process improvements.
Background Profile:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent experience.
3-5 years of accounting experience.
Must have either Insurance or Investment accounting experience, both are preferred but will accept experience with one of the two.
Experience in preparation of account reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end financial closings.
Experience working in a highly regulated industry environment.
Llife insurance highly desirable.
Ideally have an understanding of investment securities, not limited to Bonds, Stocks, Structured Securities (CMB, ABS, CMBS, etc.), Options, Private Placements, Swaps, etc. is highly preferred.
Good organizational and referencing skills related to work papers, financial statements and schedules prepared.
Excellent personal computer skills, including MS Office including Excel, Word, Outlook. Excel proficiency a plus.
Knowledge of General Ledger Systems and Regulatory Filing Systems, or other insurance specific financial applications experience a plus.
Insurance industry financial applications experience a plus.
Strong analytical ability and communication skills.
SRQ and AmBest preparation experience would be a plus, but not required.
Features and Benefits:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
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
Frontline Source Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas.
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Meet Your Recruiter
Casey Glad
Meet Casey Glad, a seasoned executive recruiter with a laser focus on accounting and finance positions. With a career spanning almost a decade, Casey has carved a niche for himself in the recruitment industry, earning a reputation for his keen eye for talent and unwavering commitment to both job-seekers and companies.
Starting his journey as a Recruiter in Dallas/Fort Worth Area in 2015, Casey quickly exhibited his knack for identifying top-tier talent, setting the foundation for his future successes. His dedication saw him rise to the position of Recruiting Manager within a year, where he continued to hone his skills.
His most recent roles have seen Casey working full desk sales and recruiting, focusing on IT, Executive Leadership, Accounting & Finance, and Engineering. In these positions, he has continued to match professionals in Public Tax & Audit, General Accounting and Finance, Legal Practice, and Sales & Marketing with companies that value their skills and expertise.
Now, as an integral part of Frontline Source Group, Casey brings his wealth of experience and industry knowledge to serve both job-seekers and companies in the accounting & finance sector. His track record speaks volumes about his capabilities as an executive recruiter. With Casey, you can expect a genuine commitment to understanding your needs and goals, whether you're a professional seeking your next role or a company looking for your next star hire.