GL Accountant

Company Description

We help the world see new possibilities and inspire change for better tomorrows. Our analytic solutions bridge content, data, and analytics to help business, people, and society become stronger, more resilient, and sustainable.

Job Description

Verisk is seeking a motivated Senior Accountant to join the Corporate Finance team based in Krakow. In this role, you will work alongside the Verisk Corporate Accounting teams in the US and globally to provide high-quality customer service to the Verisk business units and management team.

Core Responsibilities

• Review and approve monthly journal entries in Verisk’s accounting system, including accruals, prepayments, B/S and P&L postings,
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data in the general ledger according to US GAAP, Corporate Accounting policies, internal SOX control and procedures,
• Ensure timely and accurate generation of financial reports and analysis for internal and external stakeholders,
• Liaise with Business Units to complete various SOX controls around Internally Developed Software,
• Maintain appropriate documentation for all responsible SOX controls,
• Support the audit process by providing documentation and explanations for financial transactions,
• Prepare complex monthly balance sheet reconciliation,
• Review and analyze account reconciliations prepared by junior staff members,
• Lead the investigation and resolution of discrepancies and reconciling items in a timely manner,
• Provide guidance on complex accounting issues and transactions.
• Actively participate in the monthly closing process, including expense and balance sheet account analysis pertaining to owned areas,
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and auditing departments.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency within the general ledger function.
• Participate in work transition from various location and lead special projects and initiatives as needed,
• Identify areas for process improvement and contribute to the enhancement of accounting procedures.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of work experience general ledger
• Master’s degree in accounting or other relevant field required,
• Fluency in English (speaking, reading, and writing) required, basic German beneficial but not required,
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel-extensive knowledge of Pivot Table / Chart, Macros, etc.)
• Excellent communication / documentation skills (oral and written)
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and set priorities,
• Detail oriented, meticulous and extremely diligent,
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to mentor and develop junior staff members,

Additional Information

For over 50 years, Verisk has been the leading data analytics and technology partner to the global insurance industry by delivering value to our clients through expertise and scale. We empower communities and businesses to make better decisions on risk, faster.

At Verisk, you'll have the chance to use your voice and build a rewarding career that's as unique as you are, with work flexibility and the support, coaching, and training you need to succeed. 

For the eighth consecutive year, Verisk is proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work® for outstanding workplace culture in the US, fourth consecutive year in the UK, Spain, and India, and second consecutive year in Poland. We value learning, caring and results and make inclusivity and diversity a top priority. In addition to our Great Place to Work® Certification, we’ve been recognized by The Wall Street Journal as one of the Best-Managed Companies and by Forbes as a World’s Best Employer and Best Employer for Women, testaments to the value we place on workplace culture.

We’re 7,000 people strong. We relentlessly and ethically pursue innovation. And we are looking for people like you to help us translate big data into big ideas. Join us and create an exceptional experience for yourself and a better tomorrow for future generations.

Verisk Businesses

Underwriting Solutions — provides underwriting and rating solutions for auto and property, general liability, and excess and surplus to assess and price risk with speed and precision

Claims Solutions — supports end-to-end claims handling with analytic and automation tools that streamline workflow, improve claims management, and support better customer experiences

Property Estimating Solutions — offers property estimation software and tools for professionals in estimating all phases of building and repair to make day-to-day workflows the most efficient

Extreme Event Solutions — provides risk modeling solutions to help individuals, businesses, and society become more resilient to extreme events.

Specialty Business Solutions — provides an integrated suite of software for full end-to-end management of insurance and reinsurance business, helping companies manage their businesses through efficiency, flexibility, and data governance

Marketing Solutions — delivers data and insights to improve the reach, timing, relevance, and compliance of every consumer engagement

Life Insurance Solutions – offers end-to-end, data insight-driven core capabilities for carriers, distribution, and direct customers across the entire policy lifecycle of life and annuities for both individual and group.

Verisk Maplecroft — provides intelligence on sustainability, resilience, and ESG, helping people, business, and societies become stronger

Verisk Analytics is an equal opportunity employer.

All members of the Verisk Analytics family of companies are equal opportunity employers. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran's status, age or disability.

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