Sr. Accountant
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join a dynamic and well-established team in West Des Moines, Iowa. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement and a chance to contribute to an organization known for its exceptional company culture and long-standing industry leadership. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting financial reporting, analysis, and compliance processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare detailed worksheets to support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.<br>• Create accurate journal entries as part of the monthly closing process.<br>• Develop comprehensive financial statements and supporting schedules for regulatory filings.<br>• Conduct thorough accounting and analysis for reinsurance agreements.<br>• Reconcile accounts related to reinsurance, ensuring correct documentation of premiums, claims, and recoverables.<br>• Collaborate with actuarial teams, claims departments, and third-party reinsurance brokers to ensure the accuracy of reinsurance data and reporting.<br>• Manage the preparation and submission of premium tax forms and state-required filings.<br>• Generate budget reports and forecasts, analyzing variances to provide actionable insights for management.<br>• Work closely with department leaders to refine budget proposals and prepare presentations for senior leadership.<br>• Assist in creating management reports and performing financial analyses to support strategic business decisions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a closely related field.<br>• Minimum of 4 years of relevant accounting experience.<br>• Proficiency in month-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliation.<br>• Strong understanding of general ledger operations and bank reconciliations.<br>• Prior experience in both public accounting and corporate environments is preferred.<br>• Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and variances.<br>• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.<br>• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
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- West Des Moines, IA
- onsite
- Permanent
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85000.00 - 103000.00 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join a dynamic and well-established team in West Des Moines, Iowa. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement and a chance to contribute to an organization known for its exceptional company culture and long-standing industry leadership. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting financial reporting, analysis, and compliance processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare detailed worksheets to support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.<br>• Create accurate journal entries as part of the monthly closing process.<br>• Develop comprehensive financial statements and supporting schedules for regulatory filings.<br>• Conduct thorough accounting and analysis for reinsurance agreements.<br>• Reconcile accounts related to reinsurance, ensuring correct documentation of premiums, claims, and recoverables.<br>• Collaborate with actuarial teams, claims departments, and third-party reinsurance brokers to ensure the accuracy of reinsurance data and reporting.<br>• Manage the preparation and submission of premium tax forms and state-required filings.<br>• Generate budget reports and forecasts, analyzing variances to provide actionable insights for management.<br>• Work closely with department leaders to refine budget proposals and prepare presentations for senior leadership.<br>• Assist in creating management reports and performing financial analyses to support strategic business decisions.
- 2025-09-03T15:04:26Z