Senior Accountant – GAAP & SEC Reporting

Page Mechanical Group, Inc.; Radnor (Delaware County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Disability benefits

Job summary

Essent Group Ltd. in Radnor, PA is seeking a Senior Accountant to support accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls within the mortgage insurance and financial services sector.

Responsibilities include close processes, regulatory filings, audits, and process improvements through automation. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 3+ years of relevant experience, and strong GAAP knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or progression toward CPA preferred.
• 3+ years of accounting experience within financial services, mortgage insurance, insurance, or public accounting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and general ledger accounting.
• Knowledge of SEC reporting, SOX controls, and regulatory frameworks including PMIERs and SAP.
• Experience preparing and reviewing financial statements, consolidations, and regulatory filings.
• Advanced analytical skills with strong attention to detail and ability to resolve complex accounting issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience working with enterprise accounting systems and driving process improvements through automation and technology.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules for the general ledger.
• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
• Assist in the preparation and distribution of financial statements and other internal financial reports including related workpapers; assist in regulatory filings with GAAP, SEC, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Manage the preparation of the monthly closing binder with balance sheet account reconciliations; maintain strong internal controls.
• Perform variance analysis and provide actionable insights to management.
• Support internal and external audits, including documentation and auditor inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with insurance regulations and company accounting policies; identify process improvements through automation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and operational alignment.
• Serve as resource and mentor to staff accountants, co-ops, and interns; training and first-level reviews.

Job description

Essent Group Ltd. in Radnor, PA is seeking a Senior Accountant to support accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls within the mortgage insurance and financial services sector.

Responsibilities include close processes, regulatory filings, audits, and process improvements through automation. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 3+ years of relevant experience, and strong GAAP knowledge.