Senior Accountant — In-Office (NYC/Albany) with Benefits

Argo Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 101,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Clearbrook currently seeks a Senior Accountant to join our New York finance team, focusing on US GAAP and STAT reporting, month-end close, and regulatory filings.

The role requires 4+ years of experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work on-site in NYC or Albany, with opportunities to contribute to process improvements and cross-functional projects.

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, with performance-based bonuses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
• Minimum 4+ years of accounting or auditing experience with audited statements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and advanced Excel.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data-resolution skills.
• Highly organized, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented.
• Strong communication with senior management and teamwork.
• Self-directed, proactive, and accountable.
• Experience with insurance/statutory reporting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own key aspects of month-end close and financial reporting under US GAAP and STAT.
• Prepare journal entries across assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses.
• Support statutory filings ('Yellow Books') and audited statements.
• Produce detailed variance analyses and explain results.
• Maintain high-quality workpapers and reconciliations.
• Manage intercompany accounting and SOX controls.
• Assist audits and drive process improvements.
• Collaborate with finance and business partners on initiatives.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Deadline-driven

Attention to detail

Communication with leadership

Teamwork

Customer service

Self-directed

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA or CPA candidate preferred

Tools

Oracle ERP

Workiva

Excel

Job description

Clearbrook currently seeks a Senior Accountant to join our New York finance team, focusing on US GAAP and STAT reporting, month-end close, and regulatory filings.

The role requires 4+ years of experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work on-site in NYC or Albany, with opportunities to contribute to process improvements and cross-functional projects.

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, with performance-based bonuses.