What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Financial Accountant position at Western & Southern Financial Group?
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A Day in the Life –
The Senior Financial Accountant performs complex Enterprise financial accounting and/or budgeting and cost accounting, reporting and analysis. This position is responsible for preparing complex general ledger accounting entries, regulatory, internal, and external reporting, and executes comprehensive variance analysis. Skill sets served include but are not limited to someone with 2-5 years of related experience with demonstrated working knowledge of utilizing and applying statutory and GAAP accounting rules and regulations.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepares complex general ledger accounting entries for life insurance subsidiaries and non-life entities, on both a statutory and GAAP basis.
- Partners with organizational peers to present results to department leadership and BU analysts to support business unit decision-making, budget analysis and strategic initiatives.
- Leads targeted departmental initiatives and is a resource on large-scale enterprise initiatives as well as coordination with external stakeholders on department projects (i.e., auditors).
- Performs complex account reconciliations in order to ensure the integrity of financial data.
- Identifies accounting issues impacting the insurance and non-life companies, researches and escalates issues.
Desired Competencies and Skills:
- Typically having two to five years of related experience.
- Demonstrated working knowledge, understanding and experience interpreting, utilizing and applying statutory and GAAP accounting rules and regulations. Cite examples that demonstrate proficiency in this area.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret financial statements and apply a broad business perspective in summarizing results.
- Proficient in general ledger accounting and spreadsheet applications.
- Certified Public Accountant or MBA preferred
To view the full job description please visit: https://careers-westernsouthern.icims.com/jobs/22351/senior-financial-accountant/job
If you don’t meet the hiring criteria for this role, we still encourage you to apply as you may be able to be considered for similar roles.
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- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, prescription, pet insurance, life insurance, disability, Fertility, maternity/caregiver & parental leave, and more!
- Retirement solution with our 401(k) savings AND pension plan!
- Paid time off that increases with tenure.
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Subsidized affordable parking
- On-site Cafeteria and fitness center (including sports leagues)
- On-site Registered Nurse
- Career Coaching/Mentoring
- Individualized development plans and career pathing
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