Senior Accountant

Clearbrook Group Services Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 121,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Clearbrook currently has an opportunity for an experienced Senior Accountant to join the finance team at our New York location. This 100% in-office role focuses on US statutory financial statements and high-quality reporting.

The successful candidate will collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver accurate statements and insightful analyses for internal and external reporting. Candidates should have a strong accounting background, CPA preferred, and at least four years of relevant experience,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, CPA or CPA candidate strongly preferred.
• Minimum 4+ years of accounting/auditing experience with fully audited statements.

Responsibilities

• Own key aspects of the month-end close process and deliver accurate financial reporting under US GAAP and Statutory.
• Prepare and record journal entries across assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses.
• Support statutory filings and audited financial statements with clear workpapers.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Self-directed

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Oracle ERP

Workiva

Job description

Business Title(s): Senior Accountant

Employment Type: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: In-office- Any employee, in any Clearbrook office, can apply for this opportunity and stay in their current location.

Summary:

Clearbrook currently has an opportunity for an experienced Senior Accountant to join the finance team at our New York location. Specializing in the preparation and analysis of US statutory financial statements (“Yellow books”), the successful candidate will leverage their accounting expertise within a collaborative team environment to generate high-quality financial statements and provide insightful analyses for effective internal and external reporting. The team holds a prominent position within the company and actively engages in finance projects and initiatives. Clearbrook is a subsidiary of Brookfield Wealth Solutions Ltd. This is a 100% in-office position. Candidates must be able to work on-site at a designated company office during standard business hours.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Own key aspects of the month-end close process, delivering accurate and timely financial reporting under both U.S. GAAP and U.S. Statutory (STAT) frameworks
• Prepare and record journal entries across assets, liabilities, revenue, and expenses, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and proper accounting treatment
• Support the preparation of statutory filings (“Yellow Books”) and audited financial statements, with clear documentation and audit-ready workpapers
• Prepare detailed variance analysis on balance sheet and income statement accounts, providing actionable insights and clear explanations
• Develop and maintain high-quality accounting workpapers, schedules, and reconciliations, ensuring consistency with regulatory and internal reporting standards
• Manage intercompany accounting, including reconciliations, settlements, and resolution of differences
• Ensure strong internal controls and SOX compliance and maintain a strong internal control environment
• Support internal and external audits, ensuring deliverables are accurate, timely, and well-documented
• Research, interpret and advise accounting treatments, particularly within insurance/statutory guidance
• Contribute to process improvements, automation, and special projects, helping to strengthen the accounting function and scalability
• Temperament and ability to take on added duties including special projects and assignments as needed by the team
• Regular attendance at and participation in in-person meetings, team discussions, and business activities at a designated company office location.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, leaders, and business partners through both formal and informal collaboration.

Qualifications/Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from a four-year college or university is required (CPA or CPA candidate strongly preferred)
• Minimum 4+ years of recent experience in accounting or auditing roles supporting organizations with fully audited financial statements; public accounting experience is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to resolve complex data issues
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven with the ability to meet tight deadlines is essential
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills and a professional attitude are needed
• Quickly validates data accuracy and ensures compliance with reporting standards
• Ability to interact and communicate with senior levels of the financial management team
• Self-directed, proactive, and accountable
• Preferred Qualifications Progressive accounting experience within the insurance industry, with a strong emphasis on U.S. Statutory (STAT) reporting preferred
• Experience with Oracle ERP systems (or comparable enterprise accounting platforms) and Workiva (or comparable) is preferred
• In addition, you will share in those core values which are key to our success: Integrity Collaboration Pursuit of Excellence Forward Thinking

Salary and Compensation:

The base salary range provided below is for hires in those geographic areas only and will be commensurate with candidate experience. Pay ranges for candidates in other locations may differ based on the cost of labor in that location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus based on company and individual performance as well as a generous benefits package.

• Albany Pay Range: $101,184 - $119,782
• New York City Pay Range: $121,482 - $144,636

Important Employment Information:

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. At this time, we are not able to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar state or local law and you wish to discuss potential reasonable accommodations related to applying for employment with us, please contact our Benefits Department at 210-321-8400.

Benefits and Compensation:

Benefits and Compensation We offer a competitive compensation package, performance-based incentives, and a comprehensive benefits program—including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Core Values:

Core Values At Clearbrook our Core Values are Integrity, Collaboration, Pursuit of Excellence and Forward Thinking.

At Clearbrook our Core Values are Integrity, Collaboration, Pursuit of Excellence and Forward Thinking. These values reflect who we are today and who we aspire to be - guiding how we work, how we lead and how we succeed.

Argo and Farm Family are specialty property and casualty insurance brands whose underwriting companies are wholly owned subsidiaries of Clearbrook Group Holdings Inc. Argo and Farm Family partner with agents and brokers to provide insurance solutions that enable businesses to manage risks with confidence. At Clearbrook our Core Values are Integrity, Collaboration, Pursuit of Excellence and Forward Thinking. These values reflect who we are today and who we aspire to be - guiding how we work, how we lead and how we succeed.