Sr. Accountant (Tampa, FL (Hybrid) or Fully Remote)

Sr. Accountant

Req ID: 4302

Where you'll work:
Our hybrid workplace model offers the freedom to work fully remote or occasionally in one of our offices. This is a remote position with a hybrid option for candidates based in Tampa, FL.

How you'll contribute:
As a Sr. Accountant in Reinsurance, you'll support Brighthouse Financial reinsurance subsidiaries accounting and reporting functions. Coordinates with team for successful completion of journal entries, reinsurance settlements and models, reconciliations, monthly close, analysis, supporting preparation of the financial statements and participation in unit projects to maintain and improve business continuity. Works with reporting requirements and guidelines of applicable regulatory agencies to maintain records and prepare required financial reports.

In this role, you'll get to:

• Review/prepare monthly journal entries, reconciliations and monthly financial reporting
• Review/prepare monthly reinsurance settlements and models
• Reviews/completes monthly/quarterly reconciliations
• Research variances and reviews monthly/quarterly analytics
• Interaction and coordination with the lines of business, reinsurers, administrative areas and actuaries in carrying out assigned financial reporting responsibilities
• Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly and year-end regulatory reporting, financial statements and related information
• Responsible for assigned process improvements, ongoing initiatives and projects and communication with management on progress of such items
• Performs other related duties as assigned or required

We're looking for people who have:

• BS/BA in accounting or finance
• 2+ years' experience in financial accounting and reporting
• Insurance experience preferred
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as independently
• Knowledge of statutory and GAAP accounting practices/procedures preferred
• Highly proficient in Excel and must be able to learn other systems used quickly as the projects will require a lot of research and analysis
• Research shows some people may not apply for a role if they don't check all the boxes of a job description. If you don't check every box listed, that's okay. We would love to hear from you.

What you'll receive:
Compensation - Base salary ranging from $65,000-$75,000 plus competitive performance-based incentives determined by company and individual results
Flexible Work Environment - Work fully remote or occasionally in the office to better thrive in all areas of life
Paid Time Off - Recharge with a minimum of 20 days of paid time off and 16 paid company holidays per calendar year plus paid volunteer time and paid study time
Financial Health - Work toward achieving your financial goals through our 401(k) savings plan with company match (up to 6%) and annual company nondiscretionary contribution (3%), 15% employee stock purchase plan discount, and financial counseling services
Health and Wellness - Enjoy competitive medical, vision, and dental plans plus tax-free health savings accounts with potential company contributions up to $1,000 per family
Family Support - Care for loved ones with up to 16 weeks of paid leave for new parents, back-up dependent care, dependent care flexible spending account, and reimbursement up to a $25,000 lifetime maximum during your adoption, infertility, or surrogacy journey
Life and Disability Support - Gain access to company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability insurance

The company and your department may occasionally gather in person throughout the year to foster a culture of belonging and promote team building. We'd love for you to join us during those company-wide and department-wide events to help you strengthen connections across the company.

Why join us?
Brighthouse Financial is on a mission to help people achieve financial security. Our company is one of the largest providers of annuities and life insurance in the U.S.,* and we specialize in products designed to help people protect what they've earned and ensure it lasts.

We empower employees to collaborate and create space for people to bring their passion to work and make an impact. Our inclusive work environment fosters a culture that celebrates diverse backgrounds and experiences. You can find out more about our company culture by visiting brighthousefinancial.com/about-us/careers/.

We're proud to be a FORTUNE® 500 company** and recognized as one of Charlotte's Healthiest Employers by the Charlotte Business Journal. We're also honored to be named to Newsweek's inaugural list of America's Most Trusted Companies.

*Ranked by 2020 admitted assets. Best's Review®: Top 200 U.S. Life/Health Insurers. A.M. Best, 2021.
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