Lead Accountant

Lead Accountant

Job Location s: US-Remote | US-OH-Columbus | US-MA-Boston | US-NH-Portsmouth | US-TX-Plano

When you enter a finance and accounting position at Liberty Mutual Insurance, you will find the same dynamic environment and challenges as within other organizations. Yet you will find something more: an opportunity to apply your analytic and technical skills to a company renowned for its integrity and focus on developing its employees' careers.

As a Lead Accountant, you will conduct complex assignments involving maintaining ledger accounts and developing financial statements and reports.

• Prepare complex financial reports utilizing a broad knowledge of accounting policies and procedures.
• Prepare and/or input general ledger entries by utilizing set procedures and various accounting systems.
• Research complex accounting treatment and policies by utilizing available technology and other resources.
• Research and resolve complex reconciling issues and discrepancies; take corrective measures to prevent.
• Provide customer service to internal and external groups.
• Review financial reports for accuracy and ensure timely preparation.
• Prepare analysis and be prepared to provide explanations for unusual and/or inconsistent trends.
• Coordinate audit activities, including preparing audit support, responding to audit requests, and partnering with internal and external auditors.
• Suggest process improvement initiatives and provide solutions to enhance current processes.

• Bachelor’s degree (Accounting or Finance) required. CPA or advanced degree in accounting preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting or finance experience.
• Must demonstrate attention to detail in a fast-paced work environment and the ability to adapt quickly to changing conditions to achieve results.
• Communicates well with own team and across organizational boundaries to create alignment and ensure the successful completion of shared goals.
• Comfortable leading meetings and able to communicate issues and trends to senior management and other groups at the appropriate level of detail.
• Possesses a solid understanding of accounting principles.

Preferred Qualifications:

• External reporting experience

Employees may apply for a new role after completing 12 months of employment in their current position.

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