Senior Accountant

OUR COMPANY:Integon Service Co. supports its insurance company affiliates, which offer property and casualty insurance products, including personal auto, homeowners, RV, motorcycle, small business auto insurance and more.With our Mexico headquarters located in Tijuana, Baja California, at Integon, with over 1000 employees, we continue to grow our portfolio of remote positions that can be filled anywhere in the country. We offer the stability of a large corporation with the flexibility of a remote or hybrid career.We continue to build a caring and inclusive company culture and are proud to be certified as a Great Place to WorkWHAT WE OFFER AS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK:- Highly competitive compensation and benefits package- Paid Time Off (PTO) additional to your vacation days- Career development and growth opportunities- Full access to our wellness center and wellness initiatives- Being part of an international organization with high exposure to multiple teams across North AmericaJob Summary:The Senior Accountant is responsible for the more complex accounting activities associated with performing journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analyzes, process changes, research, problem resolution and other accounting related projects. This is the most senior skill level without supervisory duties. Position provides functional advice or training to less-experienced personnel.Key Responsibilities:- Perform accounting functions for insurance companies to include the review and preparation of more complex accounting journal entries and the preparation of the financial statements- Analyze and reconcile more complex accounts with composition based sub ledger reports; research cause of discrepancies and take action to ensure accounts are balanced- Prepare financial and operational analysis/results for inclusion in presentations to Senior Management and to external parties to include external auditors, SEC, NAIC, and Department of Insurance.- Participate in the review and evaluation of existing and proposed internal controls of manual and automated operations to safeguard company assets and to comply with government regulations- Review accounting issues and procedures and makes recommendations regarding the implementation of accounting policies- Participate in the identification and development of analytical tools, reports, and systems to meet the needs of management- Work with internal auditors, insurance examiners, and external auditors to answer questions and provide backup- May have supervisory responsibility, which may include evaluating performance, recommending salary changes, assisting in the interviewing and selection of new personnel, and providing training and development to direct reports- May direct support staff in the preparation of report/department operations. May review/approve work prepared by less experienced personnel- Lead/assist with additional assignments- Ability to multi- task while independently and effectively prioritizing work using time management, initiative, project management and problem solving skills- Detail oriented- Ability to maintain and grow relationships with internal and external customers using effective communication and interaction skills- Attend training and development seminars to enhance job performanceSkills and Competencies:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.- Thorough knowledge of statutory accounting principles (STAT)- Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)- Thorough knowledge of related accounting principles and transactions based on assigned responsibilities- Thorough knowledge of computerized accounting, financial reporting, and allocation systems- Effective communication, leadership and problem solving skills- Analyze and synthesize complex information to form options and recommendations; utilize effective research and investigative techniques- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish working relationships with individuals at varying levels within the organization.- Effective verbal and written communication skills- Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)- High attention to detail- General ledger system experience- Fluency in EnglishPreferred Qualifications:Education and Experience- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Related Areas- 5+ years of prior accounting experienceFunctional Skills- Business knowledge- General understanding of the insurance industry and organizational relationships of the company- Understanding of the functions of other departments, such as Treasury and Product- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred, but not