Accountant IV, Financial Reporting

Company Headquarters
Saint Louis, MO 63146, USA

• Full-Time
• Requisition #: ACCOU
  002829

At Safety National, we don’t just offer jobs – we build careers with purpose! Since 1942, we’ve been an industry leader, valuing integrity, teamwork, and stability while providing competitive rewards, top-tier benefits, career growth opportunities, and flexible work options that promote balance. With tuition reimbursement, wellness perks, and a strong community impact, we invest in your success—both personally and professionally.

This opportunity is in the Accounting & Finance department

Our Accounting & Finance Department is dynamic and collaborative. Providing best-in-class service to our internal and external customers within the expected time frames, we actively support our co-workers, clients, and community. Many of our managers have a public accounting background or tenure within the industry and are eager to share their spirit and knowledge with our growing team.

Role

Description:

Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys tackling complex financial reporting challenges? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where accuracy, analytical thinking, and continuous improvement make a meaningful impact? If so, this opportunity could be the next step in your career!

As an Accountant IV, Financial Reporting, you will play an important role in ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of Safety National's financial reporting. You will contribute to monthly close activities, prepare and review financial statements and analytical reports, and support reporting requirements under Statutory (STAT), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

In this role, you will have the opportunity to apply your accounting expertise, collaborate with stakeholders across the organization, and serve as a knowledgeable resource on financial reporting matters. Your contributions will help provide management and external stakeholders with accurate, timely financial information that supports informed business decisions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Prepare and perform first-level reviews of complex analytical reports and assigned journal entries during the monthly financial close process.
• Prepare and review complex components of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, disclosures, and management and board reports and presentations.
• Research and interpret STAT, GAAP, and IFRS accounting principles while staying informed of evolving industry standards and business developments.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on financial reporting requirements, providing guidance and insight to internal stakeholders.
• Support management in preparing components of the annual budget and conducting financial analysis.
• Collaborate with other accounting functions to process transactions, reconcile accounts, and support departmental accounting activities.
• Participate in building, testing, and implementing system enhancements that improve accounting processes and reporting capabilities.
• Assist with coordination and information requests involving internal and external auditors and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Manage multiple priorities, maintain strong attention to detail, and consistently meet established reporting deadlines.

Qualifications:

Education:

• A four-year Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.

Required Qualifications:

• 3 or more years of relevant experience in public accounting or the insurance industry.
• Knowledge of financial accounting principles and financial reporting processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent…