Accounting Manager

Travelers

Accounting Manager overseeing financial reporting, controls, reconciliations, and audits for Travelers. Supporting accurate books and records at a leading property casualty insurer.

Posted 8/11/2026full-timeHartford • Connecticut • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,600 - $141,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial reporting, compliance with GAAP and SEC regulations, and strong data analysis capabilities. Proficient in managing financial controls and providing mentorship within the finance and accounting domain.

Highest-signal resume keywords

GAAP ComplianceFinancial Statement ReviewData Analysis SkillsCPA or CMA CertificationFinancial Reporting Software Experience

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingJournal Entry PreparationVariance AnalysisFinancial ControlsReconciliationAccounting TheoryFinancial PlanningRegulatory ComplianceProject ManagementTrend Analysis

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInfluencing SkillsStrategic ThinkingMentoringConsultative Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointPeoplesoft GLTM1EssbaseHyperion

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACMA

Industry Keywords

Insurance IndustryFinancial ServicesSarbanes-OxleyInternal AuditsExternal Audits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure timely and accurate books and records for reporting to internal and external parties
Maintain a strong control environment
Prepare, review, and approve journal entries, payment requests, and reconciliations
Compile, review, and analyze complex financial data for variance analysis, reporting, and accuracy
Conduct external financial statement reviews involving GAAP, SEC, and STAT requirements
Perform and review financial controls in accordance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements
Prepare and review documentation supporting internal and external audits
Maintain compliance with external financial regulatory requirements and internal accounting policies
Participate in projects involving complex analysis and implementation of business and financial regulatory changes relating to financial reporting
Review daily balancing, associated journals, journal entries, and balance sheet account reconciliations
Provide coaching, training, and mentoring
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, and/or professional designations such as CPA, CMA or comparable advanced professional education
Experience with accounting theory and practice within the insurance and financial services industry
Excellent communication skills and ability to consult on projects and present information effectively
Ability to influence team members and management
Strong data analysis skills with ability to interpret trends and provide insights and recommendations
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and ensure timely completion
Strategic thinking and judgment to resolve issues
Experience using Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Experience using financial reporting software such as Peoplesoft GL, TM1, Essbase, or Hyperion
Ability to apply basic accounting and financial concepts to financial systems and processes
Three years of finance, accounting, financial planning, or related experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance for employees and eligible family members from the first day of employment
Travelers matches 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to the first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum
Paying it Forward Savings Program with annual 401(k) contributions for eligible student loan payments
Pension Plan 100% funded by Travelers
Minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually
Nine paid company Holidays
Wellness program with tools, discounts, and resources
Mental health program with free professional counseling services, health coaching, and other resources
Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program
Equal opportunity employment
Comprehensive benefit programs