Sr. Accountant

Kalepa; Cincinnati, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life ins

Short and long-term disability

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Plan

Health Savings Account and Wellness

Job summary

Core Specialty is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the Operational Accounting team, supporting financial close, account reconciliations, accounts receivable operations, cash application activities, and audit support in a dynamic insurance environment.

You will partner with stakeholders to ensure GAAP-compliant records, drive process improvements, mentor junior staff, and contribute to SOX/compliance activities in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years accounting experience in a professional setting.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting required.
• CPA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly close activities and journal entries.
• Perform account reconciliations and research reconciling items.
• Support AR, cash application, and premium-related accounting.
• Assist with SOX/compliance and audit requests.
• Develop and document standardized accounting procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes.

Skills

Detail orientation

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Workday

Job description

- The Senior Accountant will play a key role within the Operational Accounting team, supporting financial close, account reconciliations, accounts receivable operations, cash application activities, audit support, and process improvement initiatives. This position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records while partnering with internal stakeholders to identify and resolve complex accounting issues. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and eager to take ownership of challenging accounting processes in a dynamic insurance environment. Position is open to a hybrid/remote work environment.

Key Accountabilities/Deliverables

Prepare and review monthly journal entries and account reconciliations. Research and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner. Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities. Ensure financial records are complete, accurate, and supported by appropriate documentation. Analyze accounts receivable balances and aging trends. Investigate unapplied cash, aged balances, and customer account discrepancies. Partner with business stakeholders to resolve complex receivable-related matters. Monitor and support cash application and reconciliation activities. Support accounting for premiums, commissions, ceded activity, and other insurance-related transactions. Assist with operational accounting activities related to programs, settlements, and other complex transactions. Prepare audit-ready schedules and support documentation. Respond to internal and external audit requests. Assist with SOX, control, and compliance-related activities. Maintain documentation supporting key accounting processes and controls. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and reduce manual effort. Assist in the development of standardized procedures and documentation. Participate in system implementations, process enhancements, and special projects. Leverage Excel and reporting tools to automate recurring tasks and analyses. Partner with Accounting, Finance, Operations, Billing, Claims, and other functional teams. Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff when appropriate. Contribute to a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer service. Other duties as assigned.

Technical Knowledge and Understanding

Experience in operational accounting close work Demonstrates strong attention to detail and organizational skills Proven ability to collaborate and work as part of a team. Must have good working knowledge of US GAAP accounting Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables Working knowledge of General Ledger Systems such as Workday preferred but not required.

Experience

3+ years accounting experience Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting required Insurance experience is a plus Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is a plus Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over work authorization sponsorship now or in the future for this position.

#LI-Hybrid - At Core Specialty, you will receive a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development and advancement.

• medical, dental, vision, and life insurances
• short and long-term disability
• a Company-match of 100% of a 6% contribution 401(k) plan
• an Employee Assistance Plan
• Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Health Reimbursement Account, and a wellness program

Core Specialty offers a diversified range of property and casualty insurance products for small to mid-sized businesses. From underwriting offices spanning the U.S., the Company focuses on niche markets, local distribution, and superior underwriting knowledge, offering traditional as well as innovative insurance solutions to meet the needs of its customers and brokers. For further information about Core Specialty, please visit www.corespecialtyinsurance.com. In compliance with the Transparency in Coverage rule, issued in 2020 by US Departments of Health, Human Services, Labor and Treasury our health plan’s machine-readable files (MRFs) can be accessed via www.Cigna.com.