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SalaryThe Senior Accountant is responsible for contributing to all aspects of accounting, internal controls and financial reporting oversight for Guardian’s 70+ independent and company owned agencies. Responsibilities include supervisory accounting review of deliverables prepared by on and offshore accounting teams.
You will
- Participate in monthly, quarterly and year-end close process, including the preparation and/or review of monthly accruals and other estimates.
- Prepare and/or review quarterly general ledger account and system interface file reconciliations, including assisting with the preparation quarterly corporate attestation reports.
- Provide schedules and coordinate the delivery of financial information to the Company’s internal auditors and independent accountants.
- Preparation and/ or review of Year End 1099 tax reporting schedules and coordinating filings with the company’s tax department.
- Participate in internal controls testing & response coordination, as well as assessing current accounting controls, policies and procedures.
- Supervise review and follow ups for deliverables prepared by offshore accounting team.
- Supervise company owned agency accountant’s compliance with financial reporting and expense reimbursement policies.
- Analyze financial results and identify sources of variances and trends.
- Identify and assist with implementation of opportunities to automate and enhance processes.
You have
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in accounting.
- 3+ years of applicable accounting and financial analysis experience.
- Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and control procedures.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- High problem solving and analytical skills.
- Adapt to and work effectively in a changing environment.
- Ability and willingness to collaborate and improve processes.
- Ability to manage priorities and accountable for meeting deadlines.
- Curiosity and drive to pursue personal development.
- Strong knowledge of Excel.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle general ledger system and SmartView is a plus.
- Insurance industry knowledge is a plus
Salary Range
$79,350.00 - $130,365.00The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.
Our Promise
At Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.
Inspire Well-Being
As part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues.
Health Care
- Choice of [high deductible/copay] medical plans* with prescription drugs, including coverage for fertility and transgender inclusive benefits
- Dental plan
- Vision plan
- Health care accounts – flexible spending, health reimbursement, and health savings accounts
- Critical illness insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
- Company-paid Life and Disability insurance plus voluntary supplemental coverage
- Accident insurance
Retirement and Financial
- 401(k) retirement plan with a company match, plus an annual age/service-based Company contribution and an annual profit-sharing contribution, if applicable
- Complimentary 1:1 financial guidance with a licensed Fidelity representative
Time Off and Remote Work
- Flexible work arrangements (part in-person/part remote)
- Unlimited paid time off for most roles plus time off for volunteering, jury duty, voting, and bereavement
- Personal holidays for colleagues to use in recognition of religious, cultural, or civic days
- Paid parental leave and paid family and medical leave policies
Emotional Well-being and Work-Life
- Emotional well-being, mental health, and work/life resources powered by Spring Health
- Wellness programs, including fitness program and equipment reimbursement
- Child, adult, and elder back-up care support through Bright Horizons
- Adoption assistance
- College planning
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student loan assistance
- Commuter benefits in select metropolitan areas
Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Accommodations
Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact
applicant_accommodation@glic.com
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