Lead Regulatory Accounting & Reporting Manager

Selby Jennings; Harrisburg (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Selby Jennings is seeking an experienced accounting professional to support statutory and regulatory reporting, including NAIC filings and premium tax reporting. You will partner with finance, IT, auditors, and regulators to ensure compliance, maintain controls, and improve processes.

A CPA is preferred, with 5+ years of related experience and advanced Excel skills. The role emphasizes accurate reporting, tight deadlines, and collaboration across departments to drive efficiency and data quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA designation preferred or required.
• 5+ years of accounting and financial reporting experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret complex financial information.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial reporting systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong communication skills and ability to document accounting matters with stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience partnering across departments.
• Experience supporting regulatory, statutory, or external reporting processes is valued.

Responsibilities

• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather, validate, and analyze data required for regulatory filings and statutory financial reporting.
• Lead regulatory audits, examinations, and internal reviews, assisting with issue resolution and remediation efforts.
• Own key aspects of the monthly close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and related reporting activities.
• Develop and enhance documentation for reporting processes and controls, driving consistency and process improvements.
• Serve as a primary contact for auditors and regulatory bodies, responding to requests and providing supporting analyses.
• Prepare and review supplemental schedules and supporting reports required for financial and regulatory submissions.
• Support initiatives focused on improving data quality, reporting efficiency, and control effectiveness through collaboration with technology and business partners.
• Execute and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting to maintain compliance and accuracy.
• Oversee premium tax reporting and related filings, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
• Manage the preparation and completion of recurring regulatory filings, financial statements, disclosures, and supporting schedules.

Skills

Regulatory reporting

Financial reporting

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA designation

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

Selby Jennings is seeking an experienced accounting professional to support statutory and regulatory reporting, including NAIC filings and premium tax reporting. You will partner with finance, IT, auditors, and regulators to ensure compliance, maintain controls, and improve processes.

A CPA is preferred, with 5+ years of related experience and advanced Excel skills. The role emphasizes accurate reporting, tight deadlines, and collaboration across departments to drive efficiency and data quality.