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The Senior Accountant will play a key role within the Operational Accounting team, supporting financial close, account reconciliations, accounts receivable operations, cash application activities, audit support, and process improvement initiatives. This position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records while partnering with internal stakeholders to identify and resolve complex accounting issues.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and eager to take ownership of challenging accounting processes in a dynamic insurance environment. Position will be hybrid out of our Indianapolis or Cincinnati office.
Key Accountabilities/Deliverables:
Prepare and review monthly journal entries and account reconciliations.
Research and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
Ensure financial records are complete, accurate, and supported by appropriate documentation.
Analyze accounts receivable balances and aging trends.
Investigate unapplied cash, aged balances, and customer account discrepancies.
Partner with business stakeholders to resolve complex receivable-related matters.
Monitor and support cash application and reconciliation activities.\
Support accounting for premiums, commissions, ceded activity, and other insurance-related transactions.
Assist with operational accounting activities related to programs, settlements, and other complex transactions.
Prepare audit-ready schedules and support documentation.
Respond to internal and external audit requests.
Assist with SOX, control, and compliance-related activities.
Maintain documentation supporting key accounting processes and controls.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and reduce manual effort.
Assist in the development of standardized procedures and documentation.
Participate in system implementations, process enhancements, and special projects. Leverage Excel and reporting tools to automate recurring tasks and analyses.
Partner with Accounting, Finance, Operations, Billing, Claims, and other functional teams.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff when appropriate.
Contribute to a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer service.
Other duties as assigned.
Technical Knowledge and Understanding:
Experience in operational accounting close work
Demonstrates strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Proven ability to collaborate and work as part of a team.
Must have good working knowledge of US GAAP accounting Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables
Working knowledge of General Ledger Systems such as Workday preferred but not required
Experience:
3+ years accounting experience
Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting required
Insurance experience is a plus
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is a plus
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over work authorization sponsorship now or in the future for this position.
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At Core Specialty, you will receive a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development and advancement. We offer medical, dental, vision, and life insurances; short and long-term disability; a Company-match of 100% of a 6% contribution 401(k) plan; an Employee Assistance Plan; Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Health Reimbursement Account, and a wellness program
Skills Required
- 3+ years of accounting experience
- Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting
- Working knowledge of US GAAP accounting
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables
- Experience with operational accounting close work
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to collaborate and work as part of a team
- Experience with general ledger systems such as Workday
- Insurance experience
- Certified Public Accountant certification
- Authorization to work for any employer in the United States without sponsorship
What We Do
Core Specialty, through its subsidiary insurers, offers a diversified range of property, casualty, and marine insurance products for small to mid-sized businesses. We have the capital to take on risk, the underwriting talent in place, decisive leadership team, infrastructure, and a proven track record of making things happen – fast! When you’re ready to solve your toughest insurance needs, we’re ready to get it done for you. We free customers up to focus on their business by taking the load of complicated specialty insurance off their hands. We break down the walls of bureaucracy to provide optimal underwriting solutions for brokers. We’re ready, equipped, and motivated to get the job done, efficiently and professionally, by empowering experts with what they need to move quickly on behalf of customers and their brokers. Our specialty focus is the essential part of our identity. It is at our core
