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Sr. Accountant
We are looking for a dedicated Senior Accountant to join a reputable insurance organization in Urbandale, Iowa. The ideal candidate will play a key role in financial reporting, analysis, and compliance, while contributing to the overall success of the accounting team. This position offers a clear path for growth and skill development within the company.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and review financial statements on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, ensuring adherence to statutory accounting principles.<br>• Assist in the development and submission of quarterly and annual financial statements and regulatory filings, including management discussion and analysis reports.<br>• Perform general ledger reconciliations and create journal entries for premium, loss, reinsurance transactions, and investment activities.<br>• Generate financial analyses and variance reports for management and regulatory authorities.<br>• Support the budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow projection processes to maintain financial stability.<br>• Ensure compliance with established internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.<br>• Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory examiners to facilitate smooth audits and examinations.<br>• Contribute to the improvement and implementation of accounting systems and operational processes.<br>• Stay updated on changes to accounting standards and insurance regulations, assessing their impact on financial reporting.<br>• Collaborate with departments such as underwriting, claims, and actuarial teams to validate financial data and results.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field, with preference for CPA certification.<br>• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, preferably within the insurance industry.<br>• Proficiency in month-end close processes, general ledger management, and journal entries.<br>• Strong skills in account reconciliation and bank reconciliation.<br>• Experience in financial analysis, including variance reporting and forecasting.<br>• Familiarity with budgeting and cash flow projections.<br>• Knowledge of statutory accounting principles and regulatory compliance.<br>• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external auditors.
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  • Urbandale, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 100000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a dedicated Senior Accountant to join a reputable insurance organization in Urbandale, Iowa. The ideal candidate will play a key role in financial reporting, analysis, and compliance, while contributing to the overall success of the accounting team. This position offers a clear path for growth and skill development within the company.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and review financial statements on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, ensuring adherence to statutory accounting principles.<br>• Assist in the development and submission of quarterly and annual financial statements and regulatory filings, including management discussion and analysis reports.<br>• Perform general ledger reconciliations and create journal entries for premium, loss, reinsurance transactions, and investment activities.<br>• Generate financial analyses and variance reports for management and regulatory authorities.<br>• Support the budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow projection processes to maintain financial stability.<br>• Ensure compliance with established internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.<br>• Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory examiners to facilitate smooth audits and examinations.<br>• Contribute to the improvement and implementation of accounting systems and operational processes.<br>• Stay updated on changes to accounting standards and insurance regulations, assessing their impact on financial reporting.<br>• Collaborate with departments such as underwriting, claims, and actuarial teams to validate financial data and results.
  • 2025-08-22T14:38:56Z

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