Accounting/Finance Associate-BPO

Role Summary

Working with the Accounting Managers and supporting our Controllers, you'll be part of building out our accounting function and owning key elements of both our GAAP and statutory financial close processes. You'll apply your GAAP and NAIC statutory accounting knowledge to day-to-day accounting operations, with a roll-up-your-sleeves approach. You'll interface with fellow , vendors, partners, and related parties while being accountable for accurate and timely completion of all assigned tasks.

Job Description

• Participate in the monthly accounting close process. Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analyses in accordance with U.S. GAAP and internal company policies. Deliver accurate information on time.
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for cash accounts, accounts receivable, accounts payable, prepaid expenses, and expense accruals.
• Support improvements to existing accounting processes with a focus on effective internal controls.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly/quarterly/annual financial statements and footnotes.
• Prepare statutory journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting workpapers in accordance with NAIC SAP (SSAP) for quarterly and annual statutory close.
• Support preparation of the NAIC Quarterly and Annual Statements.
• Identify and document GAAP-to-STAT differences, and help maintain workpapers that reconcile the two bases of accounting.
• Improve workpapers and processes utilized to close specific accounts, including leveraging AI tools to drive efficiency and accuracy.
• Partner with the Finance team to analyze historical results and improve information quality.
• Participate in projects around automation, system implementation, and best practices to drive efficiency in the accounting department.
• Assist with ad hoc projects and requests as needed.
• Support other internal teams with their accounting-related, operational needs.

The Right Stuff

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience is required.
• Minimum 1+ years of relevant accounting experience is required.
• Strong foundational knowledge of U.S. GAAP is preferred not required
• Working knowledge of NAIC statutory accounting principles (SSAP), or a strong willingness to develop it quickly.
• Ability to apply technical accounting knowledge to real-world business transactions.
• Solid communication skills (written and verbal) to deliver information effectively and collaborate across teams.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation of work performed.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional team members.