Senior Accountant

The Corporate Accounting Senior will be a critical member of the Corporate Accounting & Finance Team and will provide key input for the overall consolidated GAAP financial reporting process. They will primarily be responsible for the preparation/review of various corporate accounting tasks as well as provide support for other corporate accounting matters.

Key Accountabilities/Deliverables:

• Ensure financial close work is done in compliance with applicable US GAAP accounting guidance and internal accounting policies
• Assist in the review and completion of monthly and quarterly general ledger reconciliations
• Assist with ongoing accounting operations related to the corporate accounting function such as, intercompany eliminations, related party transactions, debt/equity accounting, purchase accounting, etc.
• Support the preparation of quarterly/annual GAAP financial statements
• Assist in managing the preparation and analysis of monthly internal management reports
• Create journal entries and adjustments when necessary
• Communicate/coordinate with and support other internal accounting/finance functions such as, divisional accounting, subsidiary accounting teams, FP&A, tax, investments, etc.
• Assist in managing technology and system change and transition to new workflows
• Support internal and external audit processes, as needed; assist in providing timely responses to internal and external audit requests
• Assist in establishing, maintaining, and executing internal controls to ensure compliance with internal and external requirements (i.e. SOX, NAIC MAR)
• Interpret accounting policies and/or authoritative literature
• Participate in the overall preparation for eventual IPO filing and related SEC reporting requirements
• Participate in due diligence efforts, as needed
• Responsible for coaching, developing and motivating direct reports. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: recruitment and selection; employee appraisals and proactively addressing employee grievance and performance issues
• In addition to key responsibilities, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as the company may reasonably require

Technical Knowledge and Understanding:

• Must have good working knowledge of US GAAP accounting
• Experience in quarterly/annual financial statement reporting process
• Experience researching and documenting conclusions on technical accounting matters
• Experience with intercompany eliminations and consolidation
• Working knowledge of General Ledger systems such as Workday preferred but not required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• High level of efficiency, accuracy, and responsibility
• Motivation and a strong desire to take on new challenges and learn as much as possible
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables

Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 3+ years experience of Accounting or Audit required
• Prefer experience with insurance industry
• Prefer experience with SEC reporting requirements
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is a plus

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At Core Specialty, you will receive a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development and advancement. We offer medical, dental, vision, and life insurances; short and long-term disability; a Company-match of 100% of a 6% contribution 401(k) plan; an Employee Assistance Plan; Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Health Reimbursement Account, and a wellness program