Full Time Accounting Services Accountant

The Staff Accountant is responsible for assigned accounting and financial functions and will create and implement policies and procedures to identify, resolve and document accounting issues. Will execute monthly close and reporting processes. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Prepare and maintain the annual Financial Calendar and ensure timely completion of activities and regulatory filings.

Prepare monthly report for Annuity contracts and Life certifications.

Reconcile monthly Reinsurance account and provide CEO and Controller.

Assist Sales Department Manager in the analysis of commission contracts, advanced commission, revenue analysis and budget for agent incentives trips or specials incentive bonuses.

Daily accurate and timely recording of all transactions.

Develop reliable cash flow projections and reporting to meet operating needs.

Back-up to other accounting positions within the department including A/P and A/R.

Guide financial decisions by establishing, monitoring and enforcing policies, procedures and internal controls.

Prepare 1099R, 1099I, 1099-Misc, 5498, and 990's.

Update budgets monthly across for each department and review with each department.

Fairly treat all customers/members, prospective clients and agents in a professional and appropriate manner

Provide accurate information to certificate owners and treat all certificate owners with courtesy and friendliness.

Reconcile reinsurance accounts, bank accounts, accounts payable, cash clearing, commission payable and suspense accounts.

Upload daily ACH files to the bank.

Assist with various state audits and internal audits

Become an expert with accounting software and policy administration software.

Become back up to Bookkeeper and Sr. Financial Accountant position

Prepare monthly, review and analyze trial balances and reports associated with them

Serve the public and 1891 Financial Life membership in various community activities and maintain a good image of the Society.

Assist with Special projects as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: $65,000 - $78,000 Annual

Bonus/Commission: No

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent