Sr Accountant

The Reinsurance Operations Team provides accurate and insightful financial, analytical and claims information. We support the internal and external core reinsurance programs by providing a foundation to establish and enhance strategic product offerings through traditional and alternative reinsurance solutions for our global customers. Additionally, the Reinsurance Team safeguards company assets through proactive identification and management of reinsurance recoverables, the second largest Liberty Mutual asset. As a Senior Accountant, you are responsible for the thorough execution of book close and financial reporting processes in a deadline focused environment. This position will use business acumen and strong analytical expertise to perform complex ad hoc analysis as well as communicate financial results, accounting issues, trends, and business implications to management and other groups at the appropriate level of detail. You will also work to continuously improve processes and innovate to ensure work is performed in the fastest, most efficient means possible. The compensation for this role is dependent on experience and geographic location of candidate. Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the accurate and timely completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual book close cycles through effective planning, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Prepare and/or input general ledger entries by utilizing set procedures and various accounting systems.
• Research and resolve complex reconciling issues and discrepancies; take corrective measures to prevent.
• Provide customer service to internal and external groups.
• Prepare analyses and be prepared to provide explanations for unusual and/or inconsistent trends.
• Create increasingly complex financial statement schedules, audit support schedules and other reports in a timely manner.
• Establish, document, and perform internal control procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Understand how data flows through the financial systems to the accounting function to identify issues and take action to address them.
• Assess the business value and efficiency of the work performed, making suggestions for improvements, and collaborating with others in implementing them. Lead or actively participate in increasingly complex departmental projects and continuous improvement activities.
• Fosters the development of teammates by sharing expertise and experience through training or reviewing their work.

• Bachelor`s degree (Accounting or Finance) and a minimum of 3 years of accounting or finance experience is required
• Must demonstrate attention to detail in a fast-paced work environment and the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously to achieve results
• Must be able to communicate effectively with teammates and others, leading meetings and interacting with increasingly higher levels of management to gather information and effectively present results/recommendations
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Word is preferred

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We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to make things better, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit: https://LMI.co/Benefits

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