Job Information
Robert Half Accountant I - Accounting and Reporting in Chicago, Illinois
Description
To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m
Fast-Track Career Advancement Opportunity (This position is expected to advance quickly within the company over the next few months.)
The Impact You Will Have
Reporting to the Head of Technical Accounting & Reporting, as Accountant I you will be is responsible for supporting all accounting activities associated with the close and consolidation of the Company's financial statements for the North American entities of the company's business unit for our foreign-based parent. Prepares the IFRS and Statutory financial statements, including audited financial statements, for a group of insurance and non-insurance affiliates. Reviews and ensures adherence to IFRS and Statutory accounting policies and monitors company processes in support of the close. Completes project work as assigned.
Job Description:
Prepare monthly close entries on an IFRS basis, including completion of ECCS submissions to the company. Monitor changes to IFRS reporting requirements and ensure compliance with accounting policy
Prepare quarterly and annual Statutory schedules for multiple legal entities
Schedule F penalty calculation and mitigation efforts to minimize for annual reporting
Complete reconciliations between IFRS and Statutory reporting
Drafts Footnote disclosures and management discussions and analysis for regulatory reporting
Actively participates in daily close stand-up team meetings, self-monitoring of tasks completion and assists in monitoring timeliness of close processes and identifying items for discussion or resolution
Completes monthly account reconciliations
Responds to state inquiries about financial results and coordinates state examinations of the insurance companies as needed
Archive records to satisfy audit and statutory requirements
Requirements
Job Requirements:
1-3 years’ relevant insurance accounting experience, including knowledge of US statutory and GAAP accounting principles and financial Statement preparation. Knowledge of IFRS is a plus
Experience with SAP/BW/Cognos and proficient in Microsoft Office products
Data Quality and Reporting: Ensuring compliance of closing, reporting with internal & external requirements.
Ability to prioritize responsibilities and processes along with verbal and written communication skills
Accounting, Finance or Business degree and CPA certification preferred
Ability to ensure compliance of closing, reporting with internal & external requirements
To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m
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