Senior Staff Accountant
Ryan Specialty
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Illinois • Montana • United States
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Salary
💰 $80,000 - $100,000 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Prepares and analyzes financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Manages banking files and monitors bank statements and funding.
- Manages Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, prepares commission reports, and monitors transaction transmissions.
- Conducts variance analysis to compare actual financial performance against budgeted and forecasted figures, identifying key drivers of variances, and recommending corrective actions.
- Analyzes financial data and metrics to assess the company's financial health, profitability, and performance of insurance products and business segments.
- Assists in assessing financial risks and developing strategies to mitigate risks associated with insurance operations, investments, and regulatory compliance.
- Ensures accurate and timely recognition of premium revenue and claims reserves in accordance with accounting standards and regulatory guidelines.
- Stays abreast of regulatory changes in the insurance industry, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and reporting requirements.
- Identifies opportunities to streamline accounting processes, implement automation, and enhances system functionalities to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
- Assists in the development of annual budgets and financial forecasts, providing insights and recommendations based on historical data and industry trends.
- Coordinates and supports internal and external audits, providing documentation, reconciliations, and explanations as required by auditors.
- Participates in ad-hoc projects and initiatives, such as system implementations, mergers and acquisitions, or financial analyses for strategic planning purposes.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in the Accounting and Finance
- Bachelor’s degree required; Finance, Accounting, Business Administration preferred or related field.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Master's degree Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field.
Benefits
- Paid time off for company holidays
- Vacation
- Sick days
- Personal days
- Paid parental leave
- Mental health services
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Hard Skills & Tools
financial reportingvariance analysisfinancial data analysisaccounts payableaccounts receivablebudgetingfinancial forecastingrisk assessmentautomationcompliance
Soft Skills
analytical skillsattention to detailproblem-solvingcommunicationorganizational skillscollaborationstrategic thinkingtime managementadaptabilityinitiative
Certifications
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)Master's degree in AccountingMaster's degree in FinanceMaster's degree in Business Administration