Manager, Accounting

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 88,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Plans

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Dependent Care

401k Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. in Jersey City, NJ, is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee the accounting for Specialty Risk legal entities, ensuring GAAP compliance and accuracy in journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.

You will lead monthly close activities, intercompany reconciliations, and GAAP financial statements preparation, while collaborating with cross-functional teams and supporting system improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of experience.
• Strong knowledge and application of US GAAP, and internal controls.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite application especially Excel.
• Experience with ERP (Oracle) and Hyperion (HFM) or FCCS a plus.
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, identify problems and propose viable solutions.
• Team-oriented with cross-department interaction.
• Strong initiative, problem solving, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage routine financial close activities: journal entries, reconciliations, financial package prep.
• Prepare and complete annual GAAP financial statements filed with the state.
• Review quarterly balance sheet and cash reconciliations; investigate anomalies.
• Reconcile intercompany activity and resolve differences.
• Analyze data and KPIs to drive action aligned with goals.
• Support ad hoc projects: system implementations, controls, analyses.
• Lead and collaborate to improve workflow and efficiency.
• Provide leadership and accountability across teams.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

Excel

Oracle ERP

Hyperion / FCCS

Job description

The Accounting Manager position is part of the AmTrust Specialty Risk -US team. The Accounting manager position will be responsible for assisting in the accounting for Specialty Risk legal entities, including but not limited to detailed maintenance of accounting records and related controls, recording journal entries, account analysis and reconciliations, ensuring reported results comply with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) and assisting in the preparation of GAAP and Regulatory financial statements for multiple entities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage/Perform routine financial close activities such as journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial package preparation
• Manage the preparation and completion of annual GAAP financial statements we file with the state.
• Review/Perform quarterly balance sheet account reconciliations, cash reconciliations, and investigate unusual items
• Ensure the accurate and timely recording and reconciliation of all intercompany activity by researching and resolving differences with other entities
• Analysis of key data and performance metrics to provide thoughtful action plans in alignment with the company mission and execution of goals
• Assist with other ad hoc responsibilities including participation in special projects, such as system implementation and/or enhancements, business integration, internal controls, and ad hoc analyses
• Lead & collaborate with teams to develop and oversee implementation of improved workflow integration, efficiencies, and proactive problem solving.
• Providing leadership, guidance, reinforcement and accountability among teams to ensure smooth and efficient operations and quality output at or above company standards.
• Provide support to the corporate team, as necessary

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting; CPA preferred
• 7+ years of experience
• Strong knowledge and application of US GAAP, and internal controls
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite application especially Excel
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning Software (Oracle) and Hyperion (HFM) or FCCS a plus
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently, identify problems and propose viable solutions
• Must be flexible and have demonstrated skills to work effectively in a team-oriented environment; including ongoing discussions with other departments and being the finance representative.
• Strong initiative, problem solving, and interpersonal skills, plus an orientation toward continuous improvement are required
• Technical accounting knowledge to report on US GAAP and regulatory basis
• Strong communication, analytical, organizational and time management skills

Preferred

• Public Accounting Experience
• Warranty insurance and/or strong technical insurance accounting experience with good understanding of insurance operations

This job description is designed to provide a general overview of the requirements of the job and does not entail a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that will be required in this position. AmTrust has the right to revise this job description at any time.

The expected salary range for this role is $87,600 - $130,000 annually.

P lease note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a wide range of factors considered in making the compensation decision, including, but not limited to, candidate skills, experience, education and training, the scope and responsibilities of the role, as well as market and business considerations

What We Offer

AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.

AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.

AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.