Senior Accountant – Insurance

Oliver James Group; Charlotte (AR); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver James Group is partnering with a well-established leader in the life insurance and annuity sector to hire a Senior Accountant. The role supports the finance team in Charlotte, NC or Remote, offering a permanent position with growth in a robust corporate environment.

You will maintain financial reports, drive GAAP-compliant statutory filings, support monthly closes, and collaborate with auditors. The ideal candidate has an accounting degree, CPA, and experience in insurance or financial

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience in statutory reporting and finance operations within the insurance industry.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial reports and statements.
• Lead new project initiatives that will help scale the overall accounting team.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP specific to the insurance sector.
• Prepare statutory financial statements and other regulatory filings.
• Assist in monthly and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Work with internal teams to analyze financial data and report on performance.
• Support financial audits and coordinate with auditors to address queries.

Skills

GAAP

Statutory reporting

Analytical skills

Excel

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Accounting Degree

CPA

Background in insurance

Job description

Join Our Esteemed Client in the Life Insurance & Annuity Industry

Location:

Charlotte, NC or Remote

Our client, a well-established leader in the insurance sector, is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join their dynamic Finance team. This permanent role is an excellent opportunity to grow professionally and make a significant impact in a robust corporate environment.

Role & Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial reports and statements.
• Lead new project initiatives that will help scale the overall accounting team.
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) specific to the insurance sector.
• Prepare statutory financial statements and other regulatory filings.
• Assist in the monthly and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Work closely with internal teams to analyze financial data and report on financial performance.
• Support financial audits and coordinate with auditors to ensure all queries are handled efficiently.

Key Skills

• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience in statutory reporting and finance operations within the insurance industry.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly in Excel.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Accounting Degree
• CPA
• Background in insurance or financial services

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