Sr Accountant

The Senior Accountant is responsible for various components of the monthly billing and collection of Premiums and other fees of the company and remission of those billings to the appropriate companies. The position will also aid in the settlement of program premiums to the various parties as needed. Position will support the preparation, reconciliation, and distribution of invoices and reports for North American programs. Position will be responsible for the calculation of taxes and maintenance of related liability accounts while working closely with the Tax department to ensure accuracy and efficiency. This position will assist in preparation and analysis of revenue recognition and variance reporting that will be distributed to a wide audience. This position will also assist in UATs for changes to existing programs, implementation of new programs, and other system projects as needed. Position has daily as well as month-end close responsibilities and will assist with tasks within the function as needed.

Key Accountabilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the various billing activities of North American programs and the related accounting of receivables, liabilities, and revenues.
• Prepare required journal entries and reconciliations during monthly close cycles and assist in the compilation and presentation of the month end reporting of subscriber, account receivable aging, and revenue analyses.
• Manage North American AR providing full analysis and commentary during Month End close meetings with management.
• Work with the Tax department on designing and implementing a process for calculating, accounting and reporting taxes.
• Reconcile tax payable accounts monthly and assist the Tax department in managing the balances.
• Develop and maintain a close relationship with each program’s Client Services representative to ensure accurate invoicing and prompt collection of premiums.
• Actively maintain the parameters of the Billing System by program to ensure the correct accounting and AR is recorded specific to each contract.
• Work with IT on improvements to the Billing System and manage UAT’s of any changes.
• Prepare monthly and ad hoc reporting for both internal management use as well as 3rd parties (underwriters, clients, captives, etc.)
• Participate in periodic reviews of the revenue reporting process, including contractual reviews by 3rd parties as well as quarterly and annual reviews and audit processes.
• Provide continuous analysis and monitoring of accounting processes to identify and implement process improvements.
• Analyze sales contracts to ensure revenue and liabilities are properly accounted for according to US GAAP.
• Aid in the documentation of processes in compliance with various audit requirements and ensuring those processes are adhered to within department processes.
• Collaborate with peers to manage priorities and coordinate efforts with a focus on providing excellent customer service.
• Other responsibilities as directed by management depending on workload balance and developing priorities which could include analysis, ad hoc journal entry preparation, ad hoc wire preparation, ad hoc audit request just to name a few.
  
  

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES:

• Strong technical accounting skills and knowledge of GAAP
• Systems aptitude and proficiency in Excel, and financial software
• Skilled in data mining and working with large volumes of data
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, organized, and results oriented
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding, constantly changing environment
• Strong interpersonal skills, effective verbal and written communications
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently (self-starter, self-directed), and proceed with objectives with minimal supervision
• Proven ability to work well with external and internal customers
• Positive attitude, self-confident, competent with a strong team orientation and superb relationship building skills
• Takes ownership of assignments, drives them to completion, collaborates and engages other team members as/when needed
• Professional and personal integrity beyond approach
• Can do/will do attitude with the ability and willingness to work flexible hours and commitment to do what it takes to get the job done
• Strong attention to detail with large numbers and complex data sets.
  
  

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Proven track record of academic and professional excellence.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Three to six years of relevant professional experience.
• CPA designation or actively pursuing certification is a plus.
  
  

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

This position requires the ability to read, write, analyze and interpret complex instructions, correspondence, legal documents, financial reports and/or technical documents. In addition, the ability to respond effectively to clients, employees and management and handle sensitive and/or confidential communications is required.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

This position requires proficiency in a variety of accounting and office applications including but not limited to, the Microsoft Office Suite.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

This position requires advanced mathematical and statistical skills including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide and interpret complex numbers, financial data and reports. The ability to apply such concepts to create reports and financial records and present them effectively is also required. Must be able to develop complex formulas to perform needed calculations and demonstrate how data was derived.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

No additional certificates, licenses or registrations are required for this position. However, CPA certification or candidate pursuing certification is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands and working conditions of this position are similar to those found in a standard office environment. Employee may spend 4-8 hours per day sitting and working at a computer. The ability to adjust focus, use hands to grasp, finger, handle, reach or feel and sit for prolonged periods are needed for this position.