Lead Accountant

Job Summary:

As part of the GRS US Accounting Operations team, you will be responsible for the performance and supervision of month end close processes and providing insightful analysis in a deadline focused environment. The individual will need to be able to lead in a team-oriented environment to gather information and resolve issues as they arise. Uses increasing business acumen and analytical expertise to perform ad hoc financial analysis and effectively communicate accounting issues to our business partners. Such candidate should possess strong operational, technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills as well as exemplify a proven track record of managing financial operations and systems integrations.

Leads efforts to continuously improve processes to increase the speed, accuracy and effectiveness of financial analysis. Strong skill set and emphasis around insurance operational accounting functions as it relates to technical results such as but not limited to accounting for losses, loss reserves, premium, unearned premium, commissions, premium taxes, etc. Partner with Actuarial and Finance to ensure accurate reserving of actuals used for downstream reporting. Strong project management emphasis around financial system and ledger integrations as well as subsystem to ledger maintenance. Statutory Accounting - Annual Statement Line of Business and State reporting, providing guidance to corporate finance on insurance operations, statutory results, identifying and remediating statutory based reporting issues.

Supervises functions of maintaining the general ledger, ensuring financial controls are working as designed, documenting key processes and actively involved in GAAP and Statutory accounting/reporting. Creates complex management reports and associated analyses that explain financial results as well as investigates discrepancies and trends to identify business drivers of results. Reviews analysis and reports developed by other teammates. Continually assesses the business value and efficiency of the work performed, making suggestions for improvements and collaborating with others in implementing them. Supervises or leads increasingly complex department projects

and continuous improvement activities. Fosters the development of teammates by sharing expertise and experience through collaboration and training.

When you enter a finance and accounting position at Liberty Mutual Insurance, you will find the same dynamic environment and challenges as within other organizations. Yet you will find something more: an opportunity to apply your analytic and technical skills to a company renowned for its integrity and focus on developing its employees' careers.

As an Accountant, you will conduct complex assignments involving maintaining ledger accounts and developing financial statements and reports.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare complex financial reports utilizing a broad knowledge of accounting policies and procedures.
• Prepare, input and review general ledger entries by utilizing set procedures and various accounting systems.
• Research complex accounting treatment and policies by utilizing available technology and other resources.
• Research and resolve complex reconciling issues and discrepancies; take corrective measures to prevent.
• Provide customer service to internal and external groups.
• Review financial reports for accuracy and ensure timely preparation.
• Prepare analysis and be prepared to provide explanations for unusual and/or inconsistent trends.
• Suggest process improvement initiatives and provide solutions to enhance current processes.
• Mentor and provide guidance to offshore staff.

Pay Philosophy: The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.

As a purpose-driven organization, Liberty Mutual is committed to fostering an environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. Through strong relationships, comprehensive benefits and continuous learning opportunities, we seek to create an environment where employees can succeed, both professionally and personally.

At Liberty Mutual, we believe progress happens when people feel secure. By providing protection for the unexpected and delivering it with care, we help people embrace today and confidently pursue tomorrow.

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. By actively seeking employee feedback and amplifying the voices of our seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are open to all, we create an environment where every individual can make a meaningful impact so we continue to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

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

Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.

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