Senior Accountant at Central States Funds

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial reporting, Journal entries, Bank reconciliations, Financial statements, IRS Form 5500, Audit support, Internal controls, Microsoft Excel, General ledger analysis, Accounting principles, Financial analysis, Mentoring, Regulatory compliance, Process improvement, Communication skills, Problem-solving

Industry

Insurance

Description

Overview The Senior Accountant has a primary role in maintaining accurate financial records and producing comprehensive accounting reports. This role is a crucial part of the month end close and reporting process, including journal entry preparation, various reconciliations, and preparing monthly financial statements. Additionally, the Senior Accountant will prepare various year end IRS Form 5500 schedules, collaborate with external and internal auditors, and participate in other responsibilities of a full accounting cycle. The Senior Accountant will serve as a subject matter resource within the department, provide guidance to staff, support internal controls and audit processes, and identify opportunities to enhance departmental efficiency and procedures. Responsibilities • Prepare, code, and enter journal transactions accurately and timely for month end and year end close, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.• Produce monthly financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements), and the ability to query ad hoc reports to analyze accounting activity.• Perform monthly bank reconciliations to verify the accuracy of recorded transactions and balances, investigate and resolve any discrepancies or unusual activities.• Conduct various ledger analyses and account reconciliations to ensure balancing and completeness of financial data; report any unusual or suspicious activity and work with management to investigate.• Prepare various year end IRS Form 5500 schedules and assist in any other year end reporting as needed• Collaborate with external and internal auditors by providing them with accurate financial information, responding to audit inquiries, and implementing audit recommendations.• Designated authority to review and sign, ACH transactions, manual checks, and wire transfers in alignment with organizational policies and procedures.• Evaluate existing accounting processes and internal controls; recommend and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy• Update and maintain accounting department policies and procedures documentation• Analyze financial data and provide insights to support leadership decision-making• Lead or participate in special projects and financial analyses as assigned• Serve as a mentor to Staff Accountants by providing technical guidance, and supporting skill development and knowledge sharing within the team Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Accounting. CPA preferred.• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience with financial statement preparation and month-end close.• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and best practices.• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; ability to quickly learn and leverage additional financial systems and software applications• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.• Excellent written and verbal communication skills• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail

Responsibilities

The Senior Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries, and producing monthly financial statements. They also collaborate with auditors, manage internal controls, and provide technical guidance to staff accountants.