Sr Accountant
| Company | Hartford Financial Services |
|---|---|
| Location | Hartford, CT, USA |
| Salary | $74400 – $111600 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Senior |
Requirements
- GAAP and/or STAT accounting and reporting experience
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field required, CPA a plus
- Big Four experience a plus
- 2+ years of accounting, reporting or finance experience
- Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills
- Proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint required; TM1 and Wdesk is a plus
- Ability to react and successfully balance multiple competing priorities in a dynamic, fast paced work environment under strict time constraints
- Proven track record of taking initiative to research and resolve issues
- Able to work both independently and as part of a team
Responsibilities
- Assist in monthly close of investment results for The Hartford including reconciliations between the investment accounting platform, the investment sub-ledger and the general ledger.
- Preparing analytics for senior management explaining primary drivers of movements
- Preparation and analysis of investment sections of statutory statements, disclosures, and supplements.
- Preparation of monthly and quarterly investment tax reports and reconciliations
- Support Sarbanes documentation and continuously monitor internal controls
- Drive automation improvements and projects, including standardized variance analysis, utilizing the TM1 application and other platforms
- Ownership over the creation of various internal monthly and quarterly management reporting tools and metrics
- Understand GAAP and statutory guidance to provide assistance on the implementation of new accounting standards and investment strategies
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with investment reporting standards and ability to apply knowledge in the preparation of investment disclosures preferred but not required