Senior Accountant

At Physicians Mutual, we are committed to protecting the financial security of our policy owners through strong financial stewardship, accuracy, and compliance. We are seeking a Financial Reporting Accountant to support statutory reporting, regulatory filings, and core accounting operations across our insurance products.

This role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a regulated environment, managing detailed financial reporting, and contributing to the integrity of company financials.

• Review general ledger trial balances and ensure accounts are in balance through reconciliations and supporting documentation
• Prepare and review work papers, reconciliations, trial balances, and adjusting entries required for financial reporting
• Verify accuracy of financial data received from internal departments, investment managers, and custodians
• Assist Internal Audit by preparing schedules and work papers for external auditors and state examiners

• Reconcile asset, liability, income, and expense accounts and resolve discrepancies
• Partner with internal teams to address recurring reporting or system-related issues
• Ensure timely completion of all reconciliations and correcting entries

• Prepare and process premium tax filings across all 50 states for multiple entities, including annual returns, estimated payments, and monthly accruals
• Manage unclaimed property (escheat) processes, including semi-annual filings, due diligence notifications, and coordination with policyholders and businesses prior to remittance
• Ensure accuracy in regulatory reporting by reconciling systems and general ledger activity to prevent duplicate reporting or payments
• Stay current on changes in regulatory and tax requirements and ensure compliance

• Maintain fixed asset accounting, including tracking additions, disposals, and depreciation schedules
• Run scheduled reporting and ensure accurate recording of asset activity

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
• 3–5 years of accounting experience in insurance, financial services, or public accounting
• Knowledge of the insurance industry is helpful. Coursework toward professional designation (CPA, CMA, MBA, FLMI) preferred
• Demonstrates experience with reconciliations, and regulatory reports
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, and experience with general ledger
• Working knowledge of reporting systems such as Blackline, Workday, Tritech, and FSI is preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines

• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong understanding of regulatory environments and compliance requirements
• Ability to identify discrepancies and proactively resolve issues
• Motivation to improve processes and strengthen internal controls
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams