Accountant Accounts Payable (Remote)

Full Time, Benefit Eligible This particular segment specializes in life, disability, and supplemental insurance. As an Accountant II, you will be responsible for performing accounting control-related functions as well as financial reporting activities related to the group accident and health, as well as the individual life and annuity insurance products. This position will work with state insurance agencies, internal and external business partners, and other Horace Mann subsidiaries on various activities which are outlined below. Your expertise will be vital in shaping the financial health of Horace Mann while supporting its mission of empowering educators through innovative insurance solutions. - Ledger Management : Prepare and record monthly general ledger entries focused on insurance activities and reserves to maintain financial accuracy. - Request and process monthly settlement payments with third-party administrators, and manage weekly bank deposits for on-site payments received. - Account Reconciliation : Conduct monthly reconciliations of general ledger accounts, recording associated journal entries for transfers to ensure financial integrity. - Project Assistance : Support various departmental projects throughout the year, including ongoing software conversion initiatives. - Data Analysis : Analyze individual reinsurance data files to create comprehensive Excel workbooks and general journal ledger entries. - Financial Reporting : Prepare and analyze financial statement filings at month, quarter, and year-end, compiling necessary quarterly statutory statement schedules. - Tax Support : Compile and prepare premium data for internal tax partners, assisting with premium taxes and assessments as needed. - Audit Preparation : Coordinate and prepare data for both internal and external auditors, as well as state regulators, ensuring compliance and readiness. Project Contributor : Assist with key departmental initiatives, including software conversions and audits, to drive continuous improvement. - Reconciliation Savvy : Strong grasp of reconciliation concepts and their practical applications in ensuring financial accuracy and compliance. - Eager to embrace new processes and methodologies, especially in the context of recent organizational program implementations. - Expert in Microsoft Suite of Tools : Display Excel skills that are top-notch. - Creative problem solver and analytical thinker with a focus on work being thorough and accurate. - Educational Foundation : Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance; Experience : 1-3 years of hands-on accounting experience, demonstrating a solid understanding of financial practices. - Compliance Champion : Ensure timely and accurate financial filings, upholding regulatory standards and company policies. - Accountability : Maintain a strong sense of responsibility for the integrity of financial data and processes. - Analytical Expert : Direct experience leveraging data analysis skills to provide insights that support strategic decision-making. - Financial Precision : Horace Mann was founded in 1945 by two Springfield, Illinois, teachers who saw a need for quality, affordable auto insurance for teachers. Since then, we've broadened our mission to helping all educators protect what they have today and prepare for a successful tomorrow. We serve more than 4,100 school districts nationwide, we're publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol : HMN) and we have more than $12 billion in assets. We're motivated by the fact that educators take care of our children's future, and we believe they deserve someone to look after theirs. We help educators identify their financial goals and develop plans to achieve them. This includes insurance to protect what they have today and financial products to help them prepare for their future. EOE / Minorities / Females / Veterans / Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status For applicants that are California residents, please review our California Consumer Privacy Notice All applicants should review our Horace Mann Privacy Policy

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