Staff Accountant

UFG Insurance

Staff Accountant assisting with accurate accounting, reporting, and analysis of financial transactions at UFG Insurance. Supports month-end and quarter-end close processes and process improvements.

Posted 5/29/2026full-timeRemote • Iowa • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $55,000 - $60,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare month-end and quarter-end close activities including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis for multiple company entities
Assist with analyzing financial information and preparing detailed reports to support management decision-making
Identify and raise discrepancies to senior team members for further review
Maintain organized documentation for all accounting activities and follow department procedures
Prepare SOX-compliant documentation, ensuring adherence to company policies and internal control requirements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations and IT to support finance transformation initiatives designed to modernize systems and standardize financial processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or progress toward certification preferred
Prior experience within property and casualty insurance, preferred
Principal understanding of GAAP and statutory accounting principles
Analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to accuracy and detail
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, complex formulas)
Experience with financial systems or subledgers desirable
Ability to handle multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual incentive compensation
Medical, dental, vision & life insurance
Accident, critical Illness & short-term disability insurance
Retirement plans with employer contributions
Generous time-off program
Programs designed to support the employee well-being and financial security.

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Hard Skills & Tools

journal entriesreconciliationsvariance analysisfinancial reportingGAAPstatutory accountinganalytical skillsproblem-solving skillsMicrosoft Excelfinancial systems

Soft Skills

attention to detailorganizational skillscollaborationability to handle multiple prioritiesdeadline managementeffective communication

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in accountingCertified Public Accountant (CPA)