Corporate Accounting Manager

McNeil & Co.; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

401k with matching

PTO 20 days

Paid holidays up to 12 per year

Life & AD&D Insurance

Parental Leave

Student Loan Assistance

Backup Child and Elder Care

Job summary

Arch Reinsurance Company in Morristown, NJ, is seeking a Corporate Accounting Manager to lead core accounting functions and ensure accurate financial records. You will oversee monthly close, support reporting, and uphold U.S. GAAP and internal controls.

You will collaborate with FP&A, Tax, Treasury and business stakeholders, drive process improvements, and enhance ERP system controls. A strong background in corporate accounting and public company environments is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 6–10 years of progressive accounting experience; public company experience preferred.
• Experience in (re)insurance or financial services environment is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal control frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Manage core accounting functions and ensure accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial records.
• Oversee monthly close processes and support financial reporting activities.
• Maintain SOX compliance, documentation, walkthroughs, testing, and remediation.
• Coordinate with FP&A, Tax, Treasury and business stakeholders on accounting matters.
• Drive process improvements, ERP enhancements, and controls optimization.
• Manage journal entries, reconciliations, and intercompany transactions.

Skills

U.S. GAAP

Internal controls

Analytical skills

Excel

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Workday)

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Workday Financials

Job description

With a company culture rooted in collaboration, expertise and innovation, we aim to promote progress and inspire our clients, employees, investors and communities to achieve their greatest potential. Our work is the catalyst that helps others achieve their goals. In short, We Enable Possibility℠.

Arch may be a great fit for you.

Position Summary

The Corporate Accounting Manager is responsible for managing core accounting functions and ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the company’s financial records. This role oversees some aspects of the monthly close process, supports financial reporting activities, maintains compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal controls, while partnering across the finance organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with shared services on all A/P, operating expenses, and expense allocations to ensure accuracy.
• Provide ad hoc analysis on operating spend to support underwriters & senior management and manage cost center structure and related reporting hierarchy.
• Manage the quarterly and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial results.
• Prepare and/or review and approve journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and account analyses.
• Oversee general ledger activities, including accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, banking transactions, and intercompany transactions.
• Responsible for annual forecast/budget within the scope of operating expenses.
• Coordination and oversight of collateral arrangements related to assumed business and intercompany arrangements, including trust accounts and letters of credit.
• Ensure consistent application of corporate accounting policies, procedures, and controls.
• Other ad-hoc requests as needed.

Financial Reporting Support

Partner with the Financial Reporting team to support preparation of quarterly internal management reports and regulatory reporting (within the scope of OpEx). Provide supporting schedules and documentation for internal management reporting and regulatory reporting. Responsible for variance analysis and explanations of operating expenses in financial results.

Internal Controls & Compliance

Maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting. Support SOX compliance efforts, including documentation, walkthroughs, testing coordination, and remediation. Serve as a key contact for external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

Partner with FP&A, Technical Accounting, Tax, Treasury, and business stakeholders on accounting matters. Support integration of accounting requirements for new systems or business activities.

Process Improvement & Systems

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance close efficiency, automation, and documentation quality. Support ERP system enhancements, implementations, and controls optimization. Establish best practices to improve accuracy, consistency, and scalability of accounting processes.

Qualifications

Education & Credentials

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.

Experience

Experience 6–10 years of progressive accounting experience. Prior public accounting experience preferred. Experience in a corporate or public‑company environment a plus. (Re)Insurance experience preferred.

Skills & Competencies

Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal control frameworks. Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills. Strong written and verbal communication abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment. Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday Financials).

Success Factors

Demonstrated ownership and accountability for accurate financial results. Strong attention to detail balanced with operational efficiency. Ability to build trust and influence across finance and business teams. Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

Benefits

• multiple medical plans plus dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• a competitive 401k with generous matching
• PTO beginning at 20 days per year
• up to 12 paid company holidays per year plus 2 paid days of Volunteer Time Offer
• basic Life and AD&D Insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave of up to 10 weeks
• Student Loan Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Backup Child and Elder Care

and more.

About Arch

13100 Arch Reinsurance Company Arch Capital Group Ltd. is a Bermuda-based specialty insurer that provides insurance, reinsurance and mortgage insurance on a worldwide basis. With a 20+-year track record of delivering results and a coveted position on the S&P 500 index, Arch is a great place to grow your career.