Senior Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting Lead

Oliver James Group; West Virginia; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver James Group is seeking a Financial Reporting / Technical Accounting Lead to guide accounting operations and ensure accurate, compliant financial reporting. The role partners with executives, auditors, actuaries, and internal teams, and emphasizes integrity in GAAP, statutory reporting, and NAIC compliance.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of progressive accounting experience, CPA certification, and strong leadership skills to drive continuous improvement in finance processes and

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of progressive accounting experience, including oversight of accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• CPA required; MBA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and compliance across all financial data.
• Maintain and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Lead general ledger reconciliations and support timely preparation of monthly GAAP and Statutory financial statements.
• Assist with NAIC quarterly and annual statement preparation and related regulatory reporting.
• Support cash management and investment activities to optimize returns and manage risk.
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting through data analysis and financial consolidation.
• Prepare required tax filings and ensure compliance with federal, state, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain asset and depreciation schedules and related documentation.
• Coordinate with actuaries, auditors, and consultants to provide accurate financial information.
• Assist with HR and payroll tasks and participate in cross training within the accounting team.
• Support special projects, process improvements, and key initiatives within the finance function.
• Serve as a primary support resource for the CFO and provide back-up coverage for essential accounting functions.

Skills

GAAP

Statutory accounting principles

NAIC reporting

Internal controls

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Investment reporting

Process management

Audit coordination

Performance management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

Oliver James Group is seeking a Financial Reporting / Technical Accounting Lead to guide accounting operations and ensure accurate, compliant financial reporting. The role partners with executives, auditors, actuaries, and internal teams, and emphasizes integrity in GAAP, statutory reporting, and NAIC compliance.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of progressive accounting experience, CPA certification, and strong leadership skills to drive continuous improvement in finance processes and