Senior Accountant Statutory Reporting

Kemper; Illinois; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kemper, located in the United States, is seeking a dynamic Senior Accountant to join our Corporate Financial Reporting team. This role is crucial for those looking to expand their knowledge within a multi-faceted insurance environment handling SEC and GAAP accounting.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in statutory reporting and a strong familiarity with US GAAP. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and development within our organization.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in statutory reporting. Insurance / financial services experience is a must.
• Familiarity with statutory accounting principles, familiarity with US GAAP and SEC filing requirements.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with varying levels of management and professional staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quarterly and annual Statutory financial statements to meet regulatory reporting requirements.
• Prepare and file statutory yellow book, state filings and other statutory regular filings.
• Work with internal and external auditors to provide necessary support.

Skills

Statutory reporting

Communication skills

Workday Financial Management

MS Excel

Process improvement

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work‑life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper’s products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises.

Position Summary:

Kemper is a publicly traded, multi‑billion‑dollar insurance and financial services company, and we are seeking a dynamic Senior Accountant to join our Corporate Financial Reporting team. This is a fantastic role for a driven individual contributor who is looking to greatly expand their knowledge within a multi‑faceted insurance company (P&C, life) that has exposure to SEC, GAAP, and statutory accounting. Kemper has a proven track record for developing its people for higher roles within the department as well as other functions and across its operating entities. We seek a detail‑oriented professional to assist with a wide range of monthly, quarterly and annual accounting functions associated with Kemper’s financial reporting.

Position Responsibilities:

• Prepare quarterly and annual Statutory financial statements to meet regulatory reporting requirements
• Prepare and file statutory yellow book, state filings and other statutory regular filings.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting
• Advise with operational segments on accounting treatment
• Work with internal and external auditors to provide necessary support
• Present analytical schedules, variance analyses, and provide support for internal requests
• Actively identify, lead, manage, and complete process improvement projects
• Assist with state filing requirements as needed
• Additional responsibilities, as assigned

Position Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in statutory reporting. Insurance / financial services experience is a must
• Familiarity with statutory accounting principles, familiarity with US GAAP and SEC filing requirements
• Experience in Workday Financial Management is a plus
• Experience navigating a large ERP environment
• Proficiency in MS Office products - intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Excel
• Progressive thinking skills, a strong work ethic, and a knack for innovative solutions
• Excellent communication skills to interact with varying levels of management and professional staff