Senior Accountant – Financial Reporting

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Minnesota, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Conduct monthly reporting and analysis on US GAAP results along with related reporting and disclosures, including analysis of fluctuations in business results associated with accounts for month-end close reporting and budget comparison.

• Prepare annual financial statements accompanied by detailed workpapers.

• Assist in the implementation of new accounting standards and transactions, including conducting thorough research and drafting position and implementation memos.

• Review contracts and collaborate with the team for necessary implementations.

• Ensure accounting compliance by staying informed on current and proposed US GAAP regulations, recommending new procedures particularly those pertaining to insurance industry standards and revenue recognition.

• Collaborate with external consultants and accounting firms during financial and tax audits, including managing and coordinating audit deliverables.

• Identify operational inefficiencies and improvement opportunities, developing and executing recommendations to scale effectively.

• Participate in various ad hoc projects, analyses, and finance initiatives as required.

• Assist in managing general ledger and other financial systems.

• Willingness to travel if necessary.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Relevant industry experience or public accounting, CPA certification required.

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in financial reporting, public accounting, or audit.

• Advanced proficiency in Excel and capability to work with large data sets.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to adjust tone and style for diverse audiences.

• Strong understanding of accounting processes and controls is preferred.

• In-depth knowledge and experience in preparing US GAAP financial statements.

• Experience in drafting accounting research position papers and developing implementation plans.

• Proven capability to work independently and collaboratively, effectively engaging with and influencing various functional groups across the organization.

• Demonstrates accountability and ownership in problem-solving, delivering high-quality and timely outputs on assignments.

• Comfortable in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.

• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and prioritize effectively.

• Sigma experience is preferred.

• Familiarity with ERP systems, such as Oracle NetSuite, is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Flexible paid time off.

• Stock options.

• An attractive 401k match program.

• Ladder Fit Program.

• Paid parental leave.

• Flexibility and support for remote work.

• Engaging company-wide events.