Job Details

Job Description:
Our client, a property and casualty insurance company, is seeking an Accounting Leader to manage the accounting function, including financial reporting, regulatory filings, internal controls and accounting operations. This position ensures the timely and accurate delivery of financial information to management, auditors and regulatory bodies in compliance with NAIC statutory accounting principles. This individual will lead and develop the accounting team, oversee the financial close process and maintain effective internal controls. This role works closely with the CFO and cross-functional departments to support financial planning, reporting accuracy and ongoing process improvement. This is a remote position.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with NAIC Statutory Accounting Principles.
• Lead the preparation and filing of statutory reports, including the annual statement, risk-based capital report, and management discussion and analysis.
• Manage the monthly and annual close process, ensuring accuracy, completeness and timeliness.
• Oversee general ledger activity, including journal entries, reconciliations and financial data integrity.
• Review and approve accounting for premiums, losses, reinsurance transactions and investments.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory examiners, including managing audit and examination processes.
• Monitor changes in accounting standards and insurance regulations, and assess their impact on financial reporting.
• Lead, mentor and develop accounting staff, including assigning work, reviewing performance and supporting professional growth.
• Establish and maintain accounting policies, procedures and best practices.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow analysis in collaboration with finance leadership.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy and scalability of accounting operations.
• Collaborate with underwriting, claims and other departments to ensure accuracy of financial data and reporting.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• CPA designation (preferred)
• 7+ years of general accounting experience
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing accounting staff
• Strong knowledge of NAIC statutory accounting principles and regulatory reporting
• Experience overseeing financial close processes, general ledger and internal controls
• Experience in the property and casualty insurance industry (preferred)
• Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills

Pay Range:
The anticipated pay range for this position is $120K annually.
We understand that salary is an important factor in a job search, and we encourage you to apply even if you feel that your desired compensation may fall outside of the listed range. The final pay for this position is determined based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant experience, skills and certifications, education and training, geographic location, market conditions, and internal equity. We are committed to finding the right candidate for this role and are open to discussing how your unique qualifications align with our needs.

Contact:
Erin Gamez
+1 (312) 884-0485
eshaughnessy@jacobsongroup.com