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ICW Group

Accountant

ICW Group, San Diego, California, United States, 92189


Are you looking for more than just a job? Do you want to have a voice and feel a sense of belonging? At ICW Group, we hire innovative people who consistently adapt, grow and deliver. We believe in hard work, a fun work environment, and embracing creativity that only comes about when talented people collaborate to develop solutions. Our mission is to create the best insurance experience possible.

Headquartered in San Diego with regional offices located throughout the United States, ICW Group has been named for seven consecutive years as a Top 50 performing P&C company offering the stability of a large, profitable and growing company combined with a small-company entrepreneurial spirit. Our purpose-driven ethos provides team members with opportunities to contribute, develop, and belong.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The purpose of this job is to prepare and analyze financial information to provide accurate and useful information to management for review and provide insight to management to help in overall decision making. This position exists to ensure accounting processes and financial statements are completed thoroughly and accurately, while aligning with Company standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepares and analyzes financial statements and reports.

Prepares income and balance sheet statements, consolidated statements and various other accounting statements and reports.

Analyzes financial reports and records, makes recommendations relative to the accounting of reserves, assets, and expenditures.

Conducts special studies and develops or recommends new or improved methods and procedures.

Reviews general ledger accounts and prepares journal entries.

Identifies, researches, resolves, and follows up on problems and opportunities generated by the reconciliation of accounts including any inefficiency of department policies and procedures.

Maintains and manages assigned section of the statutory financial statements.

Completes statements and reports for Division of Insurance (DOI) and State Agencies

Accurately passes internal information to state agencies and works with them to make sure we complete all requirements.

Develops processes to make sure all information needed by states is available.

Works with internal departments to gather all information needed for state reports and state exams.

Conducts reconciliations and resolves discrepancies.

Demonstrates effective communication and problem-solving skills to help improve department.

Reviews and verifies the accuracy of journal entries and accounting classifications assigned to various records.

Assembles, creates, and reconciles month-end accounting entries resolving discrepancies.

Prepares asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information.

Conducts general accounting assignments and makes recommendations to improve security of financial information.

Maintains accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures.

Upholds financial security by following internal controls.

Participates in various department-wide initiatives and manages projects as requested.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university preferred with a major or emphasis in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Minimum 5 years of related experience and/or training in Accounting; or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Working knowledge of General Accounting, Accounts Payable (A/P), Accounts Receivable (A/R) and/or in an entry-level accountant role, required.

Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) regulations.

Proven ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing and interact effectively with management, employees, and auditors.

Must have the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial users.

Ability to work independently and meet stringent deadlines.

Organizational ability to collect, analyze, and summarize data and to prepare clear and concise reports.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Office environment – no specific or unusual physical or environmental demands. Employees are regularly required to sit, walk, stand, talk, and hear.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position operates in an office environment and requires the frequent use of a computer, telephone, and other standard office equipment.

The current range for this position is

$59,027.87 - $93,082.44

This range is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. If hired at ICW Group, your final base salary compensation will be determined by factors unique to each candidate, including experience, education and the location of the role and considers employees performing substantially similar work.

WHY JOIN ICW GROUP?

• Challenging work and the ability to make a difference

• You will have a voice and feel a sense of belonging

• We offer a competitive benefits package, with generous medical, dental, and vision plans as well as 401K retirement plans and company match

• Bonus potential for all positions

• Paid Time Off with an accrual rate of 5.23 hours per pay period (equal to 17 days per year)

• 10 paid holidays throughout the calendar year

• Want to continue learning? We’ll support you 100%

ICW Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. ICW Group will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

At ICW Group we offer a work environment that encourages entrepreneurialism and celebrates success. Our team members are hands-on contributors who are given the opportunity to make an impact. It's our people who make us an employer of choice and the vibrant company we are today.