Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct analysis in a timely and meaningful fashion to allow for recognition of potential errors in accounting systems or financial reporting. Responsible for meeting accounting department filing deadlines with certain regulatory authorities. Assist in the timely preparation of monthly financial statements for certain entities. Coordination of work paper preparation for third party examinations. Preparation/review of corporate tax returns. Review of various analysis prepared by accounting staff. Recommend improvements to current accounting systems as areas of weakness or problem areas may be identified in the course of other duties. Perform other duties as necessary.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

In-depth knowledge of general accounting principles and practices. Knowledge of Rain and Hail products, services, and systems. Knowledge of the terminology used by the insurance industry and the company. Ability to perform basic and complex mathematical calculations. Ability to train both new and current employees. Ability to use company and department software including word, excel, and other software as deemed appropriate by the project. Ability to respond to telephone inquiries accurately and professionally. Ability to effectively communicate and maintain positive business relationships with company personnel, outside resources, and customers. Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks and to perform many tasks simultaneously. Ability to use department equipment. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to work well with people in a team environment. Ability to work from oral or written communication. Ability to assist in other work-related areas as required.

B.A./B.S. in Business Administration, Accounting, or other business-related degree and at least 4 years of progressive accounting experience in public accounting/or in the industry.  Professional certification as Certified Public Accountant.