The Accountant is responsible for collection and analysis of raw data, preparation of various spreadsheets and reports, and compiling the company’s financial statements.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Ensure accuracy of financial and operation reporting, resolve problems, and improve performance of the department.
- Compile financial statements on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
- Processing with a specialization in one or more of the following: premiums, losses, IBNR, reinsurance, investments, expenses, tax work preparation, fixed assets/W-2, 1099’s. or another area of finance.
- Maintain report formats, general ledger, and other software application data elements.
- Effectively train and mentor others.
- Collaborate with divisional partners and vendors.
- Perform audit related functions with various external auditors.
- Perform variance analysis on assigned accounts and be able to explain financial and business trends.
- Assess reports prepared by others and determine corresponding financial impact.
- Read, understand, and apply SSAPs, NYS Insurance Laws, federal and state tax laws, NAIC guidelines and other regulatory promulgations to the company’s business practices.
- Examine processes to implement efficiencies.
- Identify and research problems/issues that arise and bring them to the attention of management with potential solutions.
- Preparation of various spreadsheets and reports.
- Maintain proper documentation.
- Coordinate medium sized projects.
- Accurately perform other such accounting, financial, or administrative tasks as may be required from time to time by management, quite often on short notice.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- High school diploma, or equivalent, with related experience demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Knowledge of report formats and various data elements.
- Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Statutory Accounting Principles.
- Intermediate knowledge of various software applications including Microsoft Office.
- Good time management organizational skills.
- Ability to multi-task, think logically, utilize analytical skills.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Accurate and detail oriented.
- Interest in variety of software applications and finding opportunities to improve work processes and increase efficiency.
- Effective communication and listening skills.
- Professional positive attitude, motivated to learn and goal oriented, and ability to take initiative.
- Work independently as well as in a team within set deadlines.
- Available to work additional hours as business needs dictate.
Market Range: 6 / 37.5 hours per week / Hybrid- 2 days in office
Salary: $45,446 - $70,694
Accepting applications through: 11/20/26
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Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Related experience demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for the position
- Knowledge of report formats and data elements
- Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Statutory Accounting Principles
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office and other software applications
- Time management and organizational skills
- Analytical, logical-thinking, multitasking, and problem-solving skills
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Effective communication and listening skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within deadlines
- Availability to work additional hours as business needs dictate
What We Do
NYCM Insurance is a property and casualty insurance carrier that has been providing coverage to residents and businesses in New York since 1899. With a team of over 975 employees, and a network of over 1,400 independent agents, NYCM is dedicated to providing superior service and a quality customer experience. Our story began in Edmeston, NY – a tiny rural town known for its agricultural community – when one farmer lost everything in a fire. Realizing that the town needed to be better prepared for the future, 27 businessmen and residents came together to pool money and protect one another from fires and lightning, officially establishing the New York Central Mutual Fire Insurance Company under founder VanNess D. Robinson in 1899. We are a family founded and run company and believe in staying true to our small-town roots. Over 120 years later, we’re still operating in our original town of Edmeston, NY and have expanded to include three additional offices in Sherburne, Orchard Park and Canajoharie, further investing ourselves in New York State and our local communities. We are also highly invested in our 900+ employees. We know that our best work comes from an inspired internal culture and our drive to succeed as a team. Between our employee base and a network of over 1,200 independent agents, NYCM Insurance is proud to service over 525,000 insureds. Our insurance lines include Home, Auto, Umbrella, Commercial and more. NYCM Insurance is proud to work with various partners to offer additional types of coverage for many areas of your life including special events, motorcycles, off-road vehicles, bicycles, yachts, collector cars and more. These partnerships help us ensure that you and yours are always protected no matter what life throws at you. At the end of the day, our reason for doing business is the same as it was 120 years ago. We believe in providing genuine care; so that we can all have hope for a better tomorrow and the courage to persevere.
