Lead Accountant​/CFO

Position: Lead Accountant / CFO
About USSI:

Being part of the United Systems and Software, Inc. (USSI) team is not just another job… it's a calling. To build. To design. To code. To consult. To invent. To educate and create innovative insurance solutions. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things never before thought possible.

At USSI we aspire to make a long-lasting, positive impact on not only the businesses we have the privilege and honor to serve, but also the fine men and woman that make up our team. Providing a safe, welcoming, friendly, and inclusive environment runs deep in our DNA, and we are proud of the environment and culture we maintain. Joining USSI means the opportunity to work with the most advanced and exciting technologies and platforms the industry has to offer.

Are you ready to join our team and meet the challenge?

Responsibilities:

The Lead Accountant is an essential member of the Accounting team, responsible for supporting the Company's day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, cash activity, account reconciliations, journal entries, financial reporting, and month-end and year-end close activities.

This position ensures that accounting transactions and financial records are processed accurately and timely and provides support to various members of the Executive Management Team.

Essential Functions:

Preparing and Posting Daily Cash Activity:
Prepare, review, and post daily cash activity transactions to ensure accurate recording of cash receipts, disbursements, and other banking activity. Verify transaction accuracy and maintain supporting documentation in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.

Performing Account and Bank Reconciliations:
Complete timely bank and general ledger account reconciliations on a monthly basis. Investigate discrepancies, resolve outstanding items, and ensure account balances are accurate and properly supported.

Preparing Journal Entries and Supporting Documentation:
Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, adjustments, reclassifications, and other accounting transactions. Maintain detailed supporting schedules and documentation to support all entries and ensure audit readiness.

Assisting with Month-End and Year-End Close

Activities:

Support the monthly and annual financial close processes by preparing reconciliations, analyzing account activity, completing assigned close tasks, producing Client invoices, and helping ensure all reporting deadlines are met.

Supporting Financial and Accounting Reporting:
Assist in the preparation of financial reports, management reporting packages, and ad hoc analyses by compiling, reviewing, and validating financial information for accuracy and completeness.

Assisting with Accounting Projects and Financial Analyses:
Participate in special projects, process improvement initiatives, financial analyses, and system enhancements as directed. Provide insights and recommendations to improve efficiency and strengthen financial controls.

Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Support:
Provide support for accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including invoice processing, payment tracking, Client billing, collections follow-up, and resolving vendor or customer inquiries.

Supporting Internal and External Audits:
Assist with internal and external audit requests by gathering documentation, preparing schedules, responding to inquiries, and ensuring financial records are organized and readily available for review.

Performing Ad Hoc Accounting Duties:
Perform additional accounting, administrative, and analytical responsibilities as assigned to support departmental objectives, operational needs, and continuous improvement efforts.

Perform other duties as assigned.

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