Accounting Manager- General Accounting/Hybrid, Honolulu, Hi

Description
Marketing Statement:
Tokio Marine North America Services (TMNAS) provides professional support services to Tokio Marine Group companies in the United States, including Tokio Marine America, First Insurance Company of Hawaii, and Philadelphia Insurance Companies. Customer service is our focus and our passion! Tokio Marine North America Services adds value in all that we do, providing the best professional service to our business partners, allowing them to achieve their goals. Our talented team delivers actuarial, audit, corporate communications, financial and investment, human capital services, information technology, legal, and payroll expertise to our customers.

Job Summary:
Manages the day-to-day GAAP accounting functions and assists with STAT financial accounting functions for TMNAS and the business units it supports. Trains and mentors staff within the General Accounting team. Responsible for annual projects and project management.

Essential Job Functions:

• Directs the GAAP accounting policies and practices of TMNAS, and assists with the STAT financial accounting function, including the month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes and works closely with internal/external auditors and other financial professionals

• Oversees and evaluates the activities of the General Accounting staff, and provides for their professional development

• Analyzes and solves accounting problems

• Produces accurate and timely financial reports, for internal and external use, in accordance with GAAP and in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX)

• Develops, implements and maintains financial accounting and reporting internal controls and policies and procedures

• Prepares or directs preparation of reports which summarize and forecast business activity and financial position in areas of income, expenses, and earning based on past, present and expected operations

• Builds high performance teams through effectively training, mentoring, delegating, and providing feedback to team members

• Assists in managing and execution of project work for new software, new programs and initiatives, and ensures that the team participates in the completion of both

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting preferred

• 7+ years’ relevant accounting/finance experience

• Direct team leadership experience (2 Years +) required. Must show proven track record of being able to effectively lead and manage teams, especially in a hybrid work setting

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred

• Knowledge of processes, methods and tools for creating and maintaining accurate and thorough financial records

• Strong knowledge of accounting concepts and financial reporting requirements

• Knowledge of tools, practices and considerations for updating and validating general ledger data

• Knowledge of organizational politics and political tactics; ability to effectively navigate formal and informal communication and decision-making channels

• Knowledge, insight, and understanding of business concepts and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, and strong knowledge in Microsoft Excel preferred.

• Strong knowledge of SAP preferred

• Strong knowledge of Blackline preferred

• Strong writing and communication skills

• Strong customer service orientation toward Business Units requiring financial consultation (responsive, consultative, collaborative and accurate)

• Demonstrated leadership skills contributing to a positive overall work environment and drive overall success within the organization

• Must be flexible in willing to work with team members in different time zones

• Strong leadership ability; able to work with a group to set its objectives and agenda, generate allegiance to those objectives, and guide and motivate achievement

• Strong people management skills: Plan, direct, motivate, supervise, and coordinate work activities of staff

• Strong project management skills: Plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of resources, to achieve project objectives and deadlines

• Strong interpersonal relationship building skills: able to work with a variety of people and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner

• Strong analytical ability with the capability to determine the root cause of problems and issues and provide solutions

• Strategic thinking; Applies organizational acumen to identify and maintain focus on key success factors for the organization

• Superior attention to detail

• Ability to juggle multiple, competing, frequently changing time-sensitive deadlines and priorities

• Ability to work independently and without supervision

• Ability to work and lead effectively as part of a team

Salary range $90,000 to $105,000. Ultimate salary offered will be based on factors such as applicant experience and geographic location. Our company offers a competitive benefits package and bonus eligibility on top of base.

EEO Statement:
Tokio Marine Group of Companies (including, but not limited to the Philadelphia Insurance Companies, Tokio Marine America, Inc., TMNA Services, LLC, TM Claims Service, Inc. and First Insurance Company of Hawaii, Ltd.) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In
order to remain competitive we must attract, develop, motivate, and retain the most qualified employees regardless of age, color, race, religion, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, family circumstances, life experiences, marital status, military status, sexual orientation and/or any other status protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year