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Job Description Summary: The Insurance Senior Accountant applies principles of both STAT and GAAP accounting to prepare financial reports and to analyze financial information. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: u2022 Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, documenting business transactions. u2022 Possesses a strong understanding of earned premium, assumed premium, and ceded premium and how to record on the financial statements. u2022 Prepares NAIC quarterly and annual filings. u2022 Prepares reinsurance settlement statements. u2022 Calculates and files quarterly Premium Tax due to various states within which we are licensed. u2022 Distributes expenditures, encumbrances, receipts, and receivables according to schedules. u2022 Performs statistical analyses to determine trends, estimates, and significant changes, and writes narrative reports explaining findings. u2022 Performs variance and ratio analysis and presents results to upper management. u2022 Performs detailed reconciliations for both cash accounts and intercompany loan accounts to ensure that both sides of each area balance on the accounting system. Determines cash needs for Single Business Units (SBU's). Performs bank reconciliations and set up ACH for expenditures. u2022 Analyzes financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital, and prepares balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports to summarize and interpret current and projected company financial position for other managers. u2022 Audits contracts, orders, and vouchers, and prepares reports to substantiate individual transactions prior to settlement. u2022 Determines proper handling of financial transactions and approves transactions within designated limits. u2022 Monitors compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP), and company procedures. u2022 Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports. u2022 Installs, modifies, documents, and coordinates implementation of accounting systems and accounting control procedures. u2022 Devise and implement system for general accounting. Consistently looks for ways to improve processes, automating where possible. u2022 Designs and maintains pro forms for current and proposed contracts to determine pricing and profitability. u2022 Makes recommendations regarding the accounting of reserves, assets, and expenditures u2022 Conducts studies and submits recommendations for improving the organization's accounting operation. u2022 Collects appropriate data and prepares federal, state, and local reports and tax returns. Other Responsibilities: u2022 Adheres to the policies and procedures of the Premier Family of Companies u2022 Maintains strict confidentiality of client, company, and personnel information u2022 Demonstrates a strong commitment to the mission and values of the organization u2022 Adheres to company attendance standards u2022 Performs other duties as assigned Supervisory Responsibilities: None Competencies: u2022 Strong organizational and interpersonal skills u2022 Excellent written and verbal communication skills u2022 Detail oriented u2022 Ability to multi-task and work independently u2022 Task oriented and deadline driven Computer Skills: Proficiency using software programs such as MS Word, ACCESS, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Advanced knowledge of Excel required. Experience in Quick Books is a plus. Familiarity with Commission reporting software such as APL and/or Clearwater Analytics is helpful. Environmental Factors/Physical Demands: Work is performed in an office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to have the ability to maintain active customer and employee communication; access, input and retrieve information from the computer system; enter alphanumeric data into a computerized system often while listening on the telephone. May be subject to repetitive motion such as typing, data entry and vision to monitor. May be subject to bending, reaching, kneeling, stooping and lifting up to thirty (30) pounds Join us and enjoy a robust benefits package designed to support your well-being (Some plans vary by state.) Full Time employees can enjoy: u2022 Health Coverage: Two flexible medical plans. u2022 Dental & Vision: Comprehensive coverage by Sun Life. Vision is company paid. u2022 Health Savings Account (HSA): Pre-tax contributions. u2022 Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Medical and Dependent Care options. u2022 Life & Disability Insurance: Company-paid, with optional additional coverage. u2022 Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), plus additional paid holidays. u2022 Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Wellness support u2022 401k Retirement Plan: Participate and receive a company match after meeting eligibility requirements. u2022 Frequent and ongoing employee appreciation and celebration throughout the company u2022 Paid training u2022 Dynamic, challenging, and motivating work environment u2022 Clear career path and opportunities for growth u2022 VERY competitive pay and compensation package u2022 Outstanding employee retention rate u2022 True teamwork environment u2022 High visibility and interaction with senior management u2022 Enjoy an easy commute to our prime location in Clearwater's Highpoint/ICOT/Gateway area u2013 conveniently accessible from anywhere Compensation: $74,000 to $120,000 per year annual salary. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: Skills and Requirements Qualifications: u2022 At least four years of accounting experience required u2022 At least two years of Insurance industry experience required u2022 At least two years of Statutory accounting experience required u2022 At least four years of GAAP accounting is required. Education and/or Experience: u2022 A Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting is required u2022 LOMA or other insurance industry designation is a plus Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None N/A