Associate Accounting Analyst​/Accounting Analyst, State National

This position is responsible for recording and reconciling the financial results for various Markel reporting segments, divisions, and insurance companies as part of the Close, Control & Reporting department within Markel’s Finance group. CCR is responsible for the controls and processes around reporting Markel’s division and segment results.

• Perform journal entries and complex account reconciliations, including identification and remediation of all issues in compliance with audit requirements.
• Participate in the monthly, quarterly, and annual general ledger closing and reporting processes, including preparation of division and segment pack schedules to be presented to Finance leadership and business management.
• Assist with the preparation of income statement and balance sheet packages and related comprehensive analysis for variances and trends.
• Prepare and support monthly bank account reconciliations in accordance with CCR close schedules and internal control requirements.
• Assist in the analysis and preparation of the cancellation allowance process to ensure accurate premium recognition.
• Complete intercompany wire settlements and balancing of intercompany accounts.
• Participate in the internal and external audit process.
• Work closely with other functional areas (corporate accounting & reporting, statutory reporting, business support, underwriting, disbursements, treasury, actuarial, reinsurance and program accounting) to resolve issues and support achievement of business goals.
• Collaborate with teammates and initiate ideas with management to identify, design, and implement process improvements for greater efficiency and effectiveness.
• Participate in other strategic accounting and business projects as they arise.
• Other duties as required.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• Master’s Degree or CPA preferred.
• 1-3+ years of accounting experience preferred.
• Strong computer skills, including a high degree of proficiency within Excel and Microsoft products.
• High degree of flexibility and responsiveness to change in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to research, analyze and solve problems.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Capability to collaborate effectively and support team efforts.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills (preferred).
• Prior leadership and people management skills are preferred.

We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees’ needs at all stages of life.

• Health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match contributions, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays, floating holidays, and parental leave.

US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.

Markel is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of any protected characteristic, including race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin or place of birth, ancestry, age, disability, affectional or sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information, medical condition, citizenship status, pregnancy, marital status, military or veteran status, personal appearance, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

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