5-7 years of experience in accounting management, specifically in the insurance sector
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and statutory accounting practices
Familiarity with NAIC reporting requirements
Proficiency in advanced Excel functions
Experience with large-scale accounting systems
Demonstrated attention to detail and adaptability in fast-paced environments
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Responsibilities
Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes for insurance entities
Set performance expectations for team members and provide constructive feedback
Establish and enforce internal control procedures for accurate financial reporting
Review team schedules for compliance with accounting regulations
Train team members on financial systems and manage key interfaces
Recommend and lead improvements to financial systems and processes
Initiate and oversee department projects focused on continuous improvement
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Work From Home
Full Job Description
We are seeking an Accounting Manager for our company in Salt Lake City. It is a direct hire role with full benefits. This is a true people-manager role. The Accounting Manager will hire, coach, and hold direct reports accountable while remaining responsible for U.S. GAAP accounting and reporting for P&C insurance operations, and for statutory accounting and reporting as needed. The manager will partner with corporate accounting and with insurance finance and operations, and will be accountable for how the team implements new processes. This role is critical to the growth of the insurance business.
The Accounting Manager will assign work to individuals on the team, review their output, and develop each person's capability. The manager will also lead efforts to improve how the team works so assignments are completed accurately and in the fastest, most efficient way.
What You'll Do
Manage individual contributors through the monthly, quarterly, and annual close for the insurance holding company and insurance carrier entities. Plan the close, assign work, monitor progress, and clear blockers so the close is accurate and on time
Set expectations for each direct report, review their work, and give direct feedback. Own the quality of the team's output
Establish, document, and own internal control procedures so financial reporting is accurate and on time. Make sure each person on the team follows those procedures
Review each team member's schedules for accuracy and for compliance with accounting regulations. Do not pass work up that the team has not already reviewed
Train direct reports on the financial systems. Manage the key interfaces and handoffs the team depends on
Recommend improvements to the financial systems and the processes around them. Lead implementation, and assign owners on the team
Initiate and lead department projects and continuous improvement work, including projects that sit outside the team's day-to-day close. Decide who on the team owns each piece and hold them to it
Requirements
What You'll Bring
Insurance industry experience working with Statutory, GAAP and P&C insurance industry is required
Familiarity with NAIC quarterly and annual statement content and preparation
Advanced Excel expertise preferred
Experience with large-scale accounting systems
Must demonstrate attention to detail in a fast-paced work environment and the ability to adapt quickly to changing conditions to achieve results
