Program Analyst - State National

Markel; Bedford (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Markel's State National Program Services unit seeks a detail-oriented analyst to support accurate processing, billing and reporting for client business as part of the Program Services Analysis and Reporting team. This role reports to the Manager, Program Analysis and Reporting and requires strong accounting knowledge and SOX control adherence.

You will collaborate with Client Services, Actuarial, Compliance, Reinsurance, and Finance to resolve issues, implement process improvements, and ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting; Intermediate Accounting II completed.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Familiarity with SOX controls and audit assistance.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to SOX controls and department procedures.
• Assist with ad-hoc requests and strategic projects.
• Support internal and external audit reviews.
• Assist with systems integration and testing.
• Collaborate to design and implement process improvements.
• Perform account reconciliations and issue remediation.
• Conduct trend and fluctuation analysis on underwriting data.
• Handle special reporting requests (Statutory, Premium Tax, Schedule P, Audit, Assessments).
• Understand reinsurance contracts for accounting requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good organization

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Intermediate Accounting II

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it. The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs. Join us and play your part in something special! This position is responsible for participation, as assigned, in the accurate processing, collections, and reporting of State National's Program Services client business and is part of the Program Services Analysis and Reporting team with Markel’s State National Program Services. State National Program Services is responsible for the administration of all State National Program Services insurance (and reinsurance), and the safeguarding of State National's assets through timely billing, collection and analysis. This position reports to the Manager, Program Analysis and Reporting.

Essential Functions~

• Adhere to all SOX controls and maintain and follow all department processes and procedures.
• Assist with ad-hoc requests and other strategic and business projects as they arise.
• Assist with internal and external audit review, as needed.
• Assist with systems integration and testing, as needed.
• Collaborate with teammates to identify, design, and implement process improvements for greater efficiency and effectiveness.
• Perform account reconciliations including identification and remediation of all issues in compliance with SOX control requirements.
• Perform trend and fluctuation analysis on all underwriting data related to assigned programs.
• Send and monitor receipt of special reporting requests (Statutory, Premium Tax, Schedule P, Audit, Assessments).
• Understand reinsurance contract language pertaining to accounting contractual requirements, as applicable.
• Work closely with assigned program managers and other functional areas (i.e. Client Services, Actuarial, Compliance, Legal, Reinsurance, and Finance) to resolve issues and support achievement of business goals.

QUALIFICATIONS~

Knowledge~

• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Products including but not limited to Excel
• Knowledge of accounting software applications
• Knowledge of general accounting principles

Skills/Abilities~

• Requires knowledge and experience in own discipline; still acquiring higher level knowledge and skills
• Builds knowledge of the organization, processes and customers
• Solves a range of straightforward problems
• Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures
• Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction
• Good attention to detail
• Good decision making and judgement skills
• Good organization and time management skills
• Strong commitment to task assigned

Experience/Education~

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting in process, completion of Intermediate Accounting II required

US Work Authorization

US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.

Who we are~

Markel Group (NYSE – MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.

We’re all about people | We win together | We strive for better

We enjoy the everyday | We think further

What’s in it for you~

In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.

• We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees’ needs at all stages of life.
• All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
• We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.

Are you ready to play your part?

Markel is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of any protected characteristic. This includes race; color; sex; religion; creed; national origin or place of birth; ancestry; age; disability; affectional or sexual orientation; gender expression or identity; genetic information, sickle cell trait, or atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait; refusal to submit to genetic tests or make genetic test results available; medical condition; citizenship status; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, or family responsibilities; military or veteran status, including unfavorable discharge from military service; personal appearance, height, or weight; matriculation or political affiliation; expunged juvenile records; arrest and court records where prohibited by applicable law; status as a victim of domestic or sexual violence; public assistance status; order of protection status; status as a smoker or nonsmoker; membership or activity in local commissions; the use or nonuse of lawful products off employer premises during non-work hours; declining to attend meetings or participate in communications about religious or political matters; or any other classification protected by applicable law.