Senior Accountant

Jobtailor

Indianapolis (IN, KY)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Accountant in Indianapolis, IN to manage month-end close, reconciliations, and reporting. You will analyze AR aging, resolve discrepancies, and support SOX controls while partnering with Finance, Billing, and Operations.

The role requires 3+ years of accounting experience, a Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting, and advanced Excel skills. CPA is a plus; US work authorization is required.

Qualifications

3+ years accounting experience.
Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting required.
Experience in operational accounting close work.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Proven ability to collaborate and work as part of a team.
Good working knowledge of US GAAP accounting.
Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables.
Working knowledge of General Ledger Systems such as Workday preferred but not required.
Insurance experience is a plus.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is a plus.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Unable to sponsor or take over work authorization sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review monthly journal entries and account reconciliations.
Research and resolve reconciling items.
Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
Ensure financial records are complete, accurate, and properly documented.
Analyze accounts receivable balances and aging trends.
Investigate unapplied cash, aged balances, and customer account discrepancies.
Partner with business stakeholders to resolve complex receivable-related matters.
Monitor and support cash application and reconciliation activities.
Support accounting for premiums, commissions, ceded activity, and other insurance-related transactions.
Assist with operational accounting activities related to programs, settlements, and other complex transactions.
Prepare audit-ready schedules and supporting documentation.
Respond to internal and external audit requests.
Assist with SOX, control, and compliance-related activities.
Maintain documentation supporting key accounting processes and controls.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and reduce manual effort.
Assist in developing standardized procedures and documentation.
Participate in system implementations, process enhancements, and special projects.
Leverage Excel and reporting tools to automate recurring tasks and analyses.
Partner with Accounting, Finance, Operations, Billing, Claims, and other functional teams.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff when appropriate.
Contribute to accountability, continuous improvement, and customer service.
Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Journal Entries

Account Reconciliation

Financial Analysis

Cash Application

SOX Compliance

Operational Accounting

Documentation Standards

Aging Analysis

US GAAP Knowledge

Advanced Excel

Mentorship

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting

CPA (certification)

Tools

Workday

General Ledger Systems

Reporting Tools

Excel

Job description

Prepare and review monthly journal entries and account reconciliations
Research and resolve reconciling items
Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities
Ensure financial records are complete, accurate, and properly documented
Analyze accounts receivable balances and aging trends
Investigate unapplied cash, aged balances, and customer account discrepancies
Partner with business stakeholders to resolve complex receivable-related matters
Monitor and support cash application and reconciliation activities
Support accounting for premiums, commissions, ceded activity, and other insurance-related transactions
Assist with operational accounting activities related to programs, settlements, and other complex transactions
Prepare audit-ready schedules and supporting documentation
Respond to internal and external audit requests
Assist with SOX, control, and compliance-related activities
Maintain documentation supporting key accounting processes and controls
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and reduce manual effort
Assist in developing standardized procedures and documentation
Participate in system implementations, process enhancements, and special projects
Leverage Excel and reporting tools to automate recurring tasks and analyses
Partner with Accounting, Finance, Operations, Billing, Claims, and other functional teams
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff when appropriate
Contribute to accountability, continuous improvement, and customer service
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

3+ years accounting experience
Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting required
Experience in operational accounting close work
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Proven ability to collaborate and work as part of a team
Good working knowledge of US GAAP accounting
Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables
Working knowledge of General Ledger Systems such as Workday preferred but not required
Insurance experience is a plus
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is a plus
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Unable to sponsor or take over work authorization sponsorship now or in the future

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in accounting processes, including month-end and year-end close activities, account reconciliations, and compliance with US GAAP. Proficient in leveraging advanced Excel skills for financial analysis and reporting while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

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