Senior Technical Accountant

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies; United States; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Educational reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies is seeking a Senior Technical Accountant based in Omaha, NE. This role focuses on statutory accounting, regulatory interactions, and audit matters within a dynamic insurance organization. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and 5+ years of relevant experience, with expertise in Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP). The position allows for a hybrid work model, where collaboration and integrity are emphasized.

Benefits include a 401(k) match, health insurance, and educational reimbursement. Join a committed team at National Indemnity Company and contribute to impactful financial practices!

Qualifications

• 5+ years of insurance accounting experience with significant exposure to NAIC Statutory accounting.
• Knowledge of investment, cash, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as subject-matter expert on Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP).
• Review quarterly and annual statutory filings.
• Conduct research on emerging statutory guidance.
• Support statutory audit and communicate impacts to leadership.

Skills

Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP)

Advanced Excel skills

Insurance accounting experience

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

MBA or CPA (preferred)

Job description

Senior Technical Accountant – National Indemnity Company, Omaha, NE (Hybrid up to 50%)

This role reports directly to the Finance Department and focuses on statutory accounting, regulatory interactions, and audit matters for a dynamic insurance organization. The position is not eligible for employer visa sponsorship.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject‑matter expert on Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP), interpreting codification, applying it to complex transactions, and providing guidance to internal partners.
• Review and analyze quarterly and annual statutory filings, including financial statements, MD&A, and supplemental schedules.
• Conduct proactive research on emerging statutory guidance, monitor SAPWG and industry developments, and communicate impacts to leadership.
• Support statutory audit by performing technical SAP analyses, reviewing codification checklists, and coordinating audit responses.
• Assist with state examinations and regulator communications, including holding‑company filings, dividend notifications, and multi‑jurisdictional requirements.
• Support regulatory reviews related to group reinsurance structures, new business initiatives, and U.S./international reporting considerations.
• Investigate and resolve out‑of‑balance conditions, unexplained variances, and inconsistencies across multiple data sources.
• Review and enhance Excel‑based workpapers, schedules, and analytical reports for clarity, accuracy, and audit readiness.
• Collaborate with Finance managers, auditors, legal partners, and senior leadership on reporting, analysis, and technical accounting matters.
• Provide guidance to team members on complex reconciliation research and financial questions.
• Ensure thorough documentation of accounting rationale, reconciliation methodologies, and financial controls.
• Identify control gaps or inefficiencies and recommend or implement improvements with a risk‑aware mindset.
• Operate independently with limited supervision while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of insurance accounting experience with significant exposure to NAIC Statutory accounting (required).
• Knowledge of investment, cash, and general ledger reconciliations, variance analysis, and root‑cause investigation.
• Advanced Excel skills: creating workbooks from scratch, designing summary schedules for large data sets, pivot tables, lookups, and logic‑based formulas.
• Demonstrated experience working with regulators, statutory audits, and insurance filings.
• Proven ability to document controls, processes, and accounting conclusions clearly.
• Experience working under tight deadlines, including extended hours during close and year‑end reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with accountants, financial administrators, auditors, regulators, and management.
• Preferred: MBA, CPA, or both.

Desired Skills & Attributes

• Subject‑matter expertise in SAP and technical accounting.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Leadership capability through planning, prioritizing, and motivating others.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Collaborative team player who builds strong relationships across departments.
• Proactive in identifying issues and driving solutions.
• Adaptability and willingness to support peak periods with additional effort as needed.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Medical and wellness program including an on‑site fitness center.
• Educational reimbursement: 100% upfront tuition reimbursement for qualifying education.
• Competitive time‑off policies, including parental leave.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee Resource Groups and professional development opportunities.

National Indemnity Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.