Accountant I

National Interstate Corp.; Richfield Township (OH); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

National Interstate Insurance Company, based in Richfield, Ohio, is seeking an Accountant I for a hybrid role that blends on-site collaboration with flexible work arrangements. You’ll support monthly, quarterly, and annual GAAP reporting, maintain general ledger integrity, and assist with month-end and year-end close activities.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (or equivalent experience) and bring foundational analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Foundational analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and reviewing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements according to GAAP.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Prepare journal entries and support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Support internal and external audits by ensuring necessary documentation is available.
• Assist with financial analysis, identifying trends, and preparing ad-hoc financial reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Foundational accounting knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Job description

Accountant I | National Interstate Insurance Company

The Tone:

This is a hybrid role at National Interstate Insurance Company, located in Richfield, Ohio. National Interstate, a member of Great American Insurance Group, specializes in commercial transportation insurance, offering risk financing solutions across all 50 states. The company focuses on niche expertise in product design, loss control, and claim services to serve the wheels-based transportation industry. This Accountant I role is crucial for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records, supporting essential accounting operations, and upholding the company’s commitment to integrity and accountability.

The TL;DR

• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid Richfield, OH
• Mission: This individual ensures the accuracy and completeness of financial records and assists with critical financial reporting and analysis.

What You’ll Actually Do

• Financial Reporting: Assist in preparing and reviewing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements according to GAAP and other relevant regulations.
• General Ledger: Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Month-End/Year-End: Prepare journal entries and support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Audit Support: Support internal and external audits by ensuring necessary documentation is available.
• Financial Analysis: Assist with financial analysis, identifying trends, and participating in preparing ad-hoc financial reports.

The Must-Haves

• Background: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Entry-level understanding of various accounting principles and practices.
• Experience: Works on assignments of moderate technical and logistical complexity; develops and maintains knowledge of company policies, GAAP, and financial reporting standards.
• Skills: Demonstrates foundational analytical and problem-solving skills; effective interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work collaboratively across departments.