The Accountant II will be responsible for specific tasks performed in finance which include general ledger, reinsurance, account analysis, and compliance.
Responsibilities- Create recurring journal entries based on standard monthly support as well as be point person for any ad-hoc entries
- Assist in the preparation of month end reports to substantiate and document account balances
- Prepare reinsurance billings, process resulting reinsurance journal entries and complete reinsurance tables and schedules
- Prepare account reconciliations and investigate unusual items
- Generate GL data requests
- Assist in the timely preparation of the statutory financial statement and state compliance filings
- Assist with gathering information for internal and external audit requests
- Work closely with team members to coordinate monthly and quarterly close processes
- Ad-hoc projects as requested
- Bachelor’s degree in Business with a major in Accounting or Finance
- 2-4 years of experience in accounting or finance
- Excellent PC skills, with a strong background in Microsoft Excel
- A quick learner, with an ability to be flexible and have demonstrated skills to work effectively independently as well as in a team-oriented environment
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and work under tight deadlines
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with attention to detail
- Experience in Oracle, Property/Casualty insurance industry, insurance accounting, or IFRS accounting a plus
This job description is designed to provide a general overview of the requirements of the job and does not entail a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that will be required in this position. AmTrust has the right to revise this job description at any time.
What We OfferAmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.
AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.
AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business with a major in Accounting or Finance
- 2-4 years of experience in accounting or finance
- Strong Microsoft Excel and PC skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
- Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask under tight deadlines
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with attention to detail
- Experience with Oracle
- Property and casualty insurance industry experience
- Insurance accounting experience
- IFRS accounting experience
What We Do
AmTrust Financial Services, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates as a multinational property and casualty insurance company. Founded in 1998 to provide workers’ compensation insurance to small businesses in the United States, the company now operates in three segments around the globe: Small Commercial Business Insurance, Specialty Risk and Extended Warranty, and Specialty Middle-Market Property and Casualty Program Insurance.
