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Senior Accountant

Job in Jeffersontown, Jefferson County, Kentucky, USA
Listing for: Jobtailor
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-04
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Senior Accountant, Accounting Manager, Accounting & Finance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 70000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 70000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
  • Prepare and review monthly journal entries and account reconciliations
  • Research and resolve reconciling items
  • Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities
  • Ensure financial records are complete, accurate, and properly documented
  • Analyze accounts receivable balances and aging trends
  • Investigate unapplied cash, aged balances, and customer account discrepancies
  • Partner with business stakeholders to resolve complex receivable-related matters
  • Monitor and support cash application and reconciliation activities
  • Support accounting for premiums, commissions, ceded activity, and other insurance-related transactions
  • Assist with operational accounting activities related to programs, settlements, and other complex transactions
  • Prepare audit-ready schedules and supporting documentation
  • Respond to internal and external audit requests
  • Assist with SOX, control, and compliance-related activities
  • Maintain documentation supporting key accounting processes and controls
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and reduce manual effort
  • Assist in developing standardized procedures and documentation
  • Participate in system implementations, process enhancements, and special projects
  • Leverage Excel and reporting tools to automate recurring tasks and analyses
  • Partner with Accounting, Finance, Operations, Billing, Claims, and other functional teams
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff when appropriate
  • Contribute to accountability, continuous improvement, and customer service
  • Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
  • 3+ years accounting experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting required
  • Experience in operational accounting close work
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Proven ability to collaborate and work as part of a team
  • Good working knowledge of US GAAP accounting
  • Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables
  • Working knowledge of General Ledger Systems such as Workday preferred but not required
  • Insurance experience is a plus
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is a plus
  • Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
  • Unable to sponsor or take over work authorization sponsorship now or in the future
Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in accounting processes, including month-end and year-end close activities, account reconciliations, and compliance with US GAAP. Proficient in leveraging advanced Excel skills for financial analysis and reporting while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords
  • Accounting Experience
  • US GAAP Knowledge
  • Advanced Excel Skills
  • Operational Accounting
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills
  • Journal Entries
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Financial Analysis
  • Cash Application
  • Audit Preparation
  • SOX Compliance
  • Operational Accounting
  • Process Improvement
  • Documentation Standards
  • Aging Analysis
Soft Skills
  • Attention to Detail
  • Organizational Skills
  • Collaboration
  • Mentorship
  • Customer Service
Certifications & Qualifications
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Industry Keywords
  • Insurance Accounting
  • Financial Records
  • Compliance Activities
  • Operational Accounting
  • Audit Requests
Tools & Technologies
  • Excel
  • General Ledger Systems
  • Reporting Tools
  • Workday
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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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