Senior Accountant

Los Angeles, CA | On-site | Accounting/ FinanceKnight Insurance Group, a privately owned property & casualty group of insurance companies, has an exciting opportunity for a career-minded, detailed oriented individual to join a progressive and entrepreneurial insurance company with a friendly but fast-paced work environment.Pay Range: $75,000-$100,000 Per Year. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire and will be dependent on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, skill set, experience, education, credentials, and licensure when applicable.Job DescriptionWhat’s the role? We're looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to help with day-to-day statutory accounting responsibilities including investment management, reinsurance management, premium accounting, and financial reporting. As a Senior Accountant you will closely work with the CFO and other departments to accomplish daily operations of the finance/accounting department. You’ll be part of an innovative insurance company with a friendly, fast-paced culture. This position requires you to be able to work well under pressure, be accountable for your actions and deliver on your commitments.This is a full-time role in which you’ll report to the CFO. You must be willing to work onsite at the Los Angeles Corporate office.What you’ll do as a Senior Accountant? Assist CFO in the day-to-day management of the accounting department including investment management, reconciliation and analysis of accounts, journal entries and accounting classifications, as required by US GAAP and Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP).Prepare monthly and quarterly statutory financial reporting.Assist in documenting internal processes/controls and developing improvements as reinsurance processes and procedures for accurate and timely analysis of financial data including written premiums, losses, and investments and reinsurance, ensuring best practices.QualificationsWhat we look for in our Senior Accountant? Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent Experience in Statutory Accounting3 + years of Big 4 public auditing/accounting or equivalent experiencePrior experience in insurance preferredUnderstanding of applicable accounting rules and regulationsStrong knowledge of financial reporting and experience with full cycle accountingExcellent attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills for effectively managing multiple tasks simultaneouslyExpert level of proficiency with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other financial reporting toolsPositive demeanor, commitment, accountability, and team playerExcellent communications skills, both written and verbal Detail oriented and strong organizational skills for handling multiple tasks simultaneously. Good interpersonal skills to collaborate and work well with other team members; also, the ability to effectively interact with managing general agents and reinsurance partners is a must.BenefitsWhat do we offer? Medical, Dental, and Vision benefitsSupplemental life insurance policies for you and your dependentsLong term disability insuranceFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Employer paid life InsuranceRetirement plans: Employer match, 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Metro Tap Card and Metro-link ReimbursementCareer Path OpportunitiesOnsite Gym with group Yoga and Pilates classesUKG Wallet (access to your pay before payday)Tickets at Work- Discounts on parks, museums, movie tickets and much moreAT&T Wireless DiscountsMidway Rent a Car- Rental car DiscountsDell Member Purchase Program