Sr. Insurance Accounting Associate

Hyundai Capital America; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement: 4 days in the

Vehicle allowance

Comprehensive health coverage (medical

Employer-funded HSA contributions

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

Wellbeing & development programs

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Hyundai Capital America is seeking a Sr. Insurance Accounting Associate to support month-end close, journal entries, and financial reporting for its insurance product portfolio.

You will analyze results and provide guidance to ensure accuracy and adherence to GAAP. Collaborating with external auditors, actuaries, and program administrators, you will prepare disclosures, MD&A support, and footnotes, while acting as a primary contact for reinsurance and dealer participation programs in a

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-6 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Public accounting, insurance, or reinsurance accounting experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics; solid understanding of general ledger accounting and U.S. GAAP.
• Working knowledge of financial close processes, reconciliations, and internal control requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Tableau or similar reporting tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end close tasks, including monthly/quarterly/annual journal entries and variance analysis.
• Coordinate with external program administrator and external auditors to support annual audit requests and preparation of financial statements and relevant footnotes.
• Coordinate with licensing, HCI operations and external actuaries to prepare annual compliance reporting support workpapers, disclosures, MD&A support and other memos as required by AZ, FL, WI and WY.
• Serve as a key accounting contact for the reinsurance and dealer participation programs.
• Review monthly dealer statements for accuracy and completeness, prepare dealer funding and incentive payments, and validate Assurant trust account activity in accordance with established procedures.
• Prepare assigned monthly general ledger and cash account reconciliations; investigate variances, resolve routine discrepancies, and escalate complex issues.

Skills

Journal entries

Reconciliations

Financial reporting

U.S. GAAP

Microsoft Excel

Tableau

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics

Tools

Tableau

Excel

Job description

Hyundai Capital America (HCA) helps people move forward. Through Hyundai Motor Finance, Genesis Finance, and Kia Finance, we deliver innovative financing, leasing, and insurance solutions to more than 3 million customers and businesses nationwide. We're a company driven by growth, innovation, and people. At HCA, you'll find opportunities to build new skills, expand your career, and make a real impact-while working in a diverse, inclusive, and values-driven environment. We're proud to support our communities through volunteerism, philanthropy, and engaged Employee Resource Groups. If you're looking for a fast-paced, collaborative workplace where your ideas matter, join us as we lead the future of financing freedom of movement.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The Sr. Insurance Accounting Associate provides accounting and financial reporting support for Hyundai Capital America's insurance product portfolio and reinsurance activities. The role independently completes assigned accounting processes, supports financial statement audits and KSOX compliance, participates in UAT testing and product launches, prepares journal entries and supporting documentation, and analyzes financial results and performance drivers. In addition, this role provides process guidance to less experienced associates and escalates complex issues as appropriate.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Support assigned month-end close tasks, including but not limited to monthly / quarterly/ annual journal entries and variance analysis, intercompany tie outs and allocations, and unclaimed property reporting.

Coordinate with external program administrator and external auditors to support annual audit requests and preparation of financial statements and relevant footnotes.

Coordinate with licensing, HCI operations and external actuaries to prepare annual compliance reporting support workpaper, disclosures, MD&A support and other memos as required by AZ, FL, WI and WY.

Serve as a key accounting contact for the reinsurance and dealer participation programs.

Review monthly dealer statements for accuracy and completeness, prepare dealer funding and incentive payments, and validate Assurant trust account activity in accordance with established procedures.

Prepare assigned monthly general ledger and cash account reconciliations; investigate variances, resolve routine discrepancies, and escalating complex issues.

Identify and recommend process and automation improvements within assigned activities.

Support FP&A and Treasury in preparing monthly cash forecasts and provide analysis to inform discretionary deposit decisions for the investment account.

Support insurance product launches and program enhancements by preparing UAT documentation, executing assigned testing, documenting results, and escalating identified issues in accordance with KSOX control requirements.

Qualifications

What you will bring to the role

• Minimum 4-6 years of relevant accounting experience, including journal entries, reconciliations, financial reporting, or related activities.
• Public accounting, insurance, or reinsurance accounting experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics Solid understanding of general ledger accounting and U.S. GAAP.
• Working knowledge of financial close processes, account reconciliations, and internal control requirements.
• Ability to analyze financial data, identify variances, and research accounting issues.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Tableau or similar reporting tools preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy, organization, and timely follow-through.
• Communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with internal teams, external administrators, and auditors.
• Ability to identify and recommend process or automation improvements within assigned areas.
• Ability to provide process guidance to less experienced associates.

WE TAKE CARE OF OUR PEOPLE

At HCA, our people drive our success. That's why we offer a competitive rewards package that supports your health, financial future, and overall well‑being-at work and beyond.

Benefits Highlights

• Hybrid flexibility - 4 days in office, 1 day remote
• Vehicle perks - monthly vehicle allowance plus purchase and lease discounts
• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans
• Employer-funded HSA contributions to help reduce healthcare costs
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting from day one
• 100% company-paid life and disability insurance
• Wellbeing benefits including fitness and health resources
• Leadership programs and career development that support continuous learning
• Paid Volunteer Time Off and a company charitable donation in your honor
• Because great benefits help you thrive-personally and professionally.

OTHER DETAILS

Our Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace-because we believe diversity builds stronger teams. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, caste, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, family care or medical leave status, military or veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided during the application process is requested in good faith and will be used solely in accordance with applicable employment laws.

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