Liberty Mutual

Senior Accountant/Senior Accountant – Financial Reporting

Liberty Mutual • $80K — $95K *
Boston, MA 02115In-Person
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
  • Minimum of 3 years of accounting or finance experience preferred.
  • Strong attention to detail in fast-paced environments.
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects effectively.
  • Effective communication skills with all levels of management.

Responsibilities

  • Oversees monthly, quarterly, and annual book close cycles.
  • Accurately performs complex accounting activities.
  • Creates intricate financial statement schedules and audit support schedules.
  • Researches and applies relevant accounting policies.
  • Implements internal control procedures for accurate financial reporting.
  • Understands data flow in financial systems to troubleshoot issues.
  • Continuously assesses and improves work efficiency and business value.
  • Leads or participates in complex department projects and improvement activities.
Full Job Description
Description

Independently plans and monitors the completion of bookclose processes and financial reports in a deadline focused environment, while ensuring that issues are escalated as needed. Uses increasing expertise to process detailed information with high levels of accuracy and to research and apply accounting policy. Communicates effectively with other units and management to plan work, gather information, and present results. Leads efforts to continuously improve processes to produce relevant financial reports in the fastest, most efficient means possible.

Responsibilities
  • Oversees functions of the monthly, quarterly and annual book close cycles, monitoring timely completion and escalating issues for resolution.
  • Accurately and efficiently performs accounting activities of increasing complexity.
  • Creates increasingly complex financial statement schedules, audit support schedules and other reports in a timely manner. May perform detailed review of other team members` schedules.
  • Researches and applies accounting policy to business issues that arise.
  • Establishes, documents and performs internal control procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
  • Understands how data flows through the financial systems to the accounting function in order to identify issues and take action to address them.
  • Continually assesses the business value and efficiency of the work performed, making suggestions for improvements and collaborating with others in implementing them.
  • Leads or actively participates in increasingly complex department projects and continuous improvement activities.
  • Fosters the development of teammates by sharing expertise and experience through training or reviewing their work. May provide feedback on performance.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor`s degree (Accounting or Finance) and a minimum of 3 years of accounting or finance experience preferred
  • Must demonstrate attention to detail in a fast-paced work environment and the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously to achieve results
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with teammates and others, leading meetings and interacting with increasingly higher levels of management to gather information and effectively present results/recommendations
  • Advanced knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Word is preferred
  • California
  • Los Angeles Incorporated
  • Los Angeles Unincorporated
  • Philadelphia
  • San Francisco

About Liberty Mutual

Since 1912, Liberty Mutual Insurance have committed theirselves to providing broad, useful and competitively-priced insurance products and services to meet their customers' ever-changing needs. Their delivery on this commitment is the reason they're now the third largest property and casualty insurer in the U.S. based on 2012 direct premium written according to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners.

Liberty Mutual Careers

Join the vibrant team at Liberty Mutual, a leading global insurance company, where your career is in your hands. At Liberty Mutual, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity and innovation. With a variety of job opportunities across multiple fields, this is where your professional journey can truly flourish.

Work You’ll Do

At Liberty Mutual, you’ll be part of a team that’s dedicated to empowering people to live safer, more secure lives. Whether you’re interested in a position in claims handling, underwriting, or customer service, you’ll find a platform here to enhance your skills and push the boundaries of what you can achieve.

Explore Our Job Opportunities

Liberty Mutual offers a range of career paths for both seasoned professionals and those just starting out. Our internship programs provide invaluable hands-on experience, helping to bridge the gap between education and full-time employment. For those seeking to grow their career, we offer positions that challenge and inspire, backed by benefits that support both professional and personal growth.

Innovate with Us

Innovation is at the heart of Liberty Mutual. We encourage our team to bring fresh ideas that drive industry leadership and improve customer experiences. By joining our team, you’ll collaborate with talented professionals who are keen on developing solutions that lead the market.

Develop Your Career

Liberty Mutual is deeply invested in the professional development of its employees. With comprehensive diversity training and leadership programs, we prepare you to take on leadership roles within the company. Networking opportunities within the company can lead to mentorship and further career advancement.

Benefits of Joining Liberty Mutual

Working at Liberty Mutual comes with numerous benefits. From competitive salaries to health and wellness programs, we ensure our team members are well taken care of. More than just a job, a position at Liberty Mutual is a stepping stone to a fulfilling career.

Join Our Team

Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the job opportunities at Liberty Mutual. We are actively hiring and looking for individuals who are passionate, curious, and ready to drive change. Enhance your resume, prepare for your interview, and become part of a company that values your unique skills and vision.

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Liberty Mutual: A Place to Grow, Innovate, and Lead

Discover how you can make a difference. Visit our careers page to find the position that’s right for you and join a team that’s committed to growth, leadership, and innovation. At Liberty Mutual, your career is what you make it.
Learn more about Liberty Mutual
Size
45,000 employees
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Founded
1912
* Ladders Estimates

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