Statutory Accounting Manager - Hybrid (Insurance)

Selby Jennings; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Selby Jennings in Atlanta, GA seeks an Accounting Manager for Statutory Reporting to lead the STAT function and oversee the month-end close. The role offers exposure to regulatory reporting, audits, and collaboration with cross-functional leadership on finance system initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have 6–8+ years in insurance accounting, strong STAT and GAAP knowledge, and prior supervisory experience. Hybrid work arrangement and growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• 6–8+ years of accounting experience, preferably within the insurance industry
• Strong STAT expertise and regulatory reporting experience
• Experience with NAIC Annual Statement
• CPA preferred but not required
• Leadership experience managing accounting staff

Responsibilities

• Lead the full-cycle accounting function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
• Manage and improve the month-end and year-end close processes
• Oversee statutory accounting (STAT) activities and regulatory reporting requirements
• Prepare and support audited statutory financial statements and related audits
• Manage and review components of the NAIC Annual Statement process
• Partner with accounting leadership to address reporting backlogs and strengthen internal processes
• Supervise and develop a team of accountants, including senior and staff-level professionals
• Collaborate on ERP transformation and general ledger implementation initiatives
• Support both GAAP and STAT accounting functions across the finance organization
• Provide technical accounting guidance and ensure compliance with insurance industry reporting standards

Skills

Statutory accounting

Regulatory reporting

GAAP knowledge

Leadership/Team management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

General ledger software

Job description

Selby Jennings in Atlanta, GA seeks an Accounting Manager for Statutory Reporting to lead the STAT function and oversee the month-end close. The role offers exposure to regulatory reporting, audits, and collaboration with cross-functional leadership on finance system initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have 6–8+ years in insurance accounting, strong STAT and GAAP knowledge, and prior supervisory experience. Hybrid work arrangement and growth opportunities are available.