Staff Accountant - SEC Reporting

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Jersey City, NJ, USA
Hybrid
Junior
Analytics
The Role
The Staff Accountant will prepare SEC filings, perform financial tie-outs, support audits, and assist in financial analyses and ad hoc projects.
Summary Generated by Built In
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounting professional to join our SEC Reporting team. In this role, you will play a key part in the preparation of quarterly and annual filings, partnering across finance and business teams to ensure accurate, high-quality external reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional—ideally with public accounting experience and progress toward a CPA—to gain exposure to complex reporting processes, work closely with senior leadership, and build a strong foundation in SEC reporting within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities

This position will report directly to the Director of SEC Reporting and is responsible fo:

  • Assisting in the preparation of quarterly and annual SEC filings (i.e., financial statements, footnotes, MD&A, etc.).
  • Performing comprehensive financial tie-outs across all external reporting materials, including financial statements, footnotes, MD&A, and earnings presentations, in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Supporting the preparation of financial analyses to inform disclosures and reporting.
  • Assisting in the development and maintenance of MD&A support schedules and matrices.
  • Ensuring accurate footing and cross-footing across all aspects of SEC reporting.
  • Supporting the manager and senior team members in interactions with, and responses to, requests from external and internal auditors.
  • Assisting with annual benefit plan audits.
  • Contributing to ad hoc projects and process improvements as needed.
  • Taking ownership of annual performance objectives and staying current on developments in accounting standards.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university. 
  • 1–2 years of public accounting experience, preferably with a Big 4 or large regional firm.
  • CPA license or active progress toward completion of CPA certification preferred.
  • Strong collaboration skills with the ability to partner effectively across Accounting, External Audit, Investor Relations, Business Units, Corporate Tax, FP&A, and Financial Systems.
  • Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP with the ability to apply technical knowledge in a practical setting.
  • Strong attention to detail, with excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills (both written and verbal).
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.

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About Us

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, the fourth consecutive year in the UK, Spain, and India, and the second consecutive year in Poland. In addition, 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, 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

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

Catastrophe and Risk Solutions — provides risk modeling solutions to help individuals, businesses, and society become more resilient to catastrophic events.

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.

Verisk invests in a benefits package for all employees that includes the following: Health Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Disability benefits, and a Paid Time Off program. We offer a competitive total rewards package that includes base salary determined based on role, experience, skill set, and location.

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. Verisk’s minimum hiring age is 18 except in countries with a higher age limit subject to applicable law.

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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting
  • 1-2 years of public accounting experience
  • CPA license or progress toward CPA
  • Strong collaboration skills
  • Understanding of U.S. GAAP
  • Strong attention to detail and communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Verisk Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Verisk and has not been reviewed or approved by Verisk.

  • Retirement Support A strong company 401(k) match is specified, with additional references to profit‑sharing. Together these create a solid foundation for long‑term savings.
  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, and life and disability coverage are described positively. Mental‑health support and broader well‑being programs are also highlighted.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Generous PTO and paid holidays are noted alongside flexible/remote work options and volunteer time. Companywide well‑being days further expand time‑off options.

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The Company
2,129 Employees
Year Founded: 1971

What We Do

Verisk is a leading data analytics provider serving customers in insurance, energy and specialized markets, and financial services. Our team of nearly 9,000 helps customers make crucial decisions every day about risk—with greater precision, efficiency, and discipline.

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