Accounting Manager

Assurant, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead a dynamic team in a fast-paced shared services environment. This role involves overseeing day-to-day activities, ensuring quality and accuracy in balance sheet reconciliations, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and financial reporting, with a proven ability to manage projects and influence stakeholders. If you thrive in a collaborative atmosphere and are passionate about driving efficiency and effectiveness, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5 years of general accounting experience, preferably in insurance.
• 4 years of supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a virtual accounting team of on and offshore resources.
• Manage complex balance sheet reconciliations and ensure SOX compliance.

Skills

General Accounting

Data Analysis

Financial Reporting

Problem Analysis

Collaboration Skills

Education

BA or BS in Accounting

CPA

Tools

Blackline

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft BI Reporting

Job description

Overview of Position

As the Accounting Manager, you will be responsible for the management and leadership of the Center of Excellence. Your responsibilities will include managing the day-to-day activities, deliverables, and associated initiatives for the CoE. This role will work directly with other key leaders on the CoE, and other Global Accounting teams; in establishing processes and procedures to ensure efficient and effective controls are in place for areas of functional responsibilities. This includes but not limited to ensuring the delivery of quality balance sheet reconciliations, accurate documentation/SOPs for the reconciliation process, driving standardization and enhancements for the reconciliation process across the Enterprise and ensuring reconciliations are performed according to policy.

As the Manager, you will cultivate a continuous improvement culture, promote ongoing learning, and exhibit a high level of engagement in a fast-paced F&A shared services environment. In addition, you will contribute to the Shared Service strategy and execution by applying knowledge and experience and helping develop others by cross-training.

What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job?

• Lead, manage, coach, and develop a virtual accounting team of both on and offshore resources

• Work and manage independently with other CoE management members

• High level of efficiency and accuracy

• Accountable for complex balance sheet reconciliations related activities both (onshore and offshore)

• Gather & analyze data, identify differences, communicate appropriately, and ensure relevant resolution for reconciliations

• Provide guidance and direction on reconciliation requirements

• Maintain standards according to reconciliation policy

• Demonstrate an understanding of reconciliation-related processes and inter-dependencies

• Continuous monitoring and reporting of reconciliation dashboard

• Tracking of issues reported and accountability for those issues through resolution

• Continuous improvement mentality and partnering for transformational activities related to improving the quality and accuracy of reconciliations

• Provide support for audits and ensure SOX compliance with assigned responsibilities

• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure adherence to processes and policies and understanding of those requirements

• Manage projects and initiatives, including system integrations, acquisitions, and process improvement

• Develop a strong understanding and familiarity with critical systems used by the department

• Partner with Finance leadership to provide financial analysis and insights to advance leadership discussion and decision making

• Ability to take a consultative approach with stakeholders and influence decision-making

• Adhere to strict timelines for recurring deliverables such as month-end close activities

What are the requirements needed for this position?

• BA or BS in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience, CPA strongly preferred

• 5 years of related general accounting experience, insurance preferred

• Four (4) years of supervisory experience

What other skills/experience would be helpful to have?

• CPA strongly preferred

• Blackline or other reconciliation tool usage

• Working in a shared services environment

• Experience working with Oracle ERP and ARC

• Knowledge of US GAAP, STAT, internal controls, financial reporting, data analysis, and trending preferred

• Working knowledge of balance sheet reconciliations

• Understanding of progressive accounting practices and procedures

• Advanced in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically excel and power point

• Working knowledge of regulatory requirements (i.e., SOX, audits)

• Problem analysis and resolution at a functional level – detail and results-oriented

• Ability to multi-task, work well under pressure, and perform in a fast-paced environment

• Time-sensitive deliverables: will require extended hours during critical close periods as required

• Microsoft BI Reporting / Cubes

• Public accounting and/or Audit experience

• Understanding of SOX controls and other controls over financial reporting

• Collaboration, delegation, and partnering skills

• Financial analysis, analytical abilities, proficiency in manipulating and analyzing large, complex, and disparate data sets

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