Accounting Operations Lead Coordinator

Westfield Insurance; Westfield Center (OH); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance industry is seeking an Accounting Operations Lead Coordinator to oversee processes in the accounting department. This role requires extensive knowledge in accounting practices and a track record of managing operations effectively. The position involves mentorship, compliance oversight, and collaboration with various business partners to improve efficiencies, making it crucial for the team's success.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Pension plan

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in Accounting Operations.
• General working knowledge of accounting practices.
• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate or Bachelor's preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees accounting operations processes ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Responsible for development and execution of accounting operations related statements.
• Provides lead support for audits and compliance.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of accounting practices

Vendor management

Accounts payable

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree or Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

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The Accounting Operations Lead Coordinator is responsible for oversight of the processes & activities of accounting operations and the associated system applications employed. Provides advanced expertise surrounding accounts payable, vendor management, basic accounting and banking service application. Serves as a direct support and backup to management in all aspects of the department, with limited supervision and latitude for decision making. Seeks opportunities for continuous improvement within daily, monthly, and annual departmental tasks; working closely with other business partners inside and outside the Company. Maintains the repository for all statements of process, reviews enhancements and system releases to create efficiencies, automates tasks and works with audit to execute fieldwork requests. Serves as a peer mentor across the team, providing support and guidance as needed. Performs all duties while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the process activities of the accounting operations department ensuring daily, monthly and annual deadlines are met and all associates appropriately trained. Assists with managing priorities and workload distribution.
• Responsible for development, application and execution of accounting operations related statements of process. Ensures that procedures account for proper controls and accurate recording.
• Collaborates with management on policy updates and assists with overseeing compliance.
• Assists with monthly general ledger reconciliation reviews and variance inquiries; research issues; participate in communication with both internal and external business partners (e.g., vendors, financial institutions) on discrepancies in the data.
• Maintains and updates the business continuity plan and arranges the annual test exercises for the department.
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of all systems and processes across the department and serves as backup for others across the team when needed. Serves as lead support for system enhancements and upgrade testing requirements.
• Provides lead support for external and internal audits and annual 1099 reporting compliance. Communicates with auditors, bank associates, outside vendors and internal employees regarding servicing requests or issues.
• Assists in identifying and implementing changes in accounting operations processes, as the need arises.
• Performs ad-hoc analysis and participates in special projects, as needed.
• Serves as a peer mentor to less experienced staff, supports cross team duties, and acts as a subject matter expert (SME) for accounting operations.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in Accounting Operations (Accounts Payable, Vendor Management, Accounts Receivable, and or Bookkeeping) experience and general working knowledge of accounting practices.
• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) and/or commensurate experience. Associate Degree or Bachelors Degree preferred.

Location

Hybrid defined as three or more days per week in the office.

About Us

Founded in 1848, Westfield is a global leader in property and casualty insurance, delivering superior risk insights and innovative solutions to customers through a diverse portfolio of insurance products. Westfield underwrites commercial, personal, surety, and specialty lines of coverage through a network of leading independent agents and brokers in the United States and specialty products through Lloyd’s of London Syndicate 1200. As a mutual insurance company with more than 3,000 employees, Westfield has revenues in excess of $4 billion and more than $10 billion in assets. Learn more at www.westfieldinsurance.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

United States: All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

United Kingdom: Westfield is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Insurance

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Vision insurance

401(k)

Pension plan

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