Senior Accountant

The Senior Accountant is a fantastic role for a strong performer who is looking to greatly expand their knowledge of ledgers, consolidation, and SEC/GAAP/statutory financial reporting within the P&C segment of an insurance company. Kemper has a proven track record for developing its people for higher roles within the department as well as other functions and across its operating entities. We seek an analytical and detail-oriented professional to assist with a wide range of monthly, quarterly and annual P&C accounting functions associated with Kemper’s financial reporting. 

Position Responsibilities: 

• Prepare and review monthly journal entries 

• Prepare and/or review monthly account reconciliations 

• Consolidate company operating information for internal and external financial reporting 

• Work with internal and external auditors and provide necessary support 

• Prepare analytical schedules, analyze variances, and provide support for internal requests 

• Actively identify, lead, manage, and complete process improvement projects 

• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements 

• Prepare and/or review quarterly statutory-basis financial statements 

• Additional responsibilities, as assigned 

Position Requirements: 

• BA/BS degree in Accounting 

• 3-5 years of industry or public accounting experience.  

• CPA or CPA candidate preferred 

• Familiarity with US GAAP, familiarity with statutory accounting principles is a plus 

• Experience navigating a large ERP environment 

• Proficiency in MS Office products - intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Excel 

• Experience in Workday and Blackline a strong plus 

• Ability to identify, analyze and solve accounting issues. 

• Effective writing skills and strong attention to detail required. 

• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills. 

• Progressive thinking skills, a strong work ethic, and a knack for innovative solutions. 

• Excellent communication skills to interact with varying levels of management and professional staff. 

The range for this position is $70,000 to $117,000. When determining candidate offers, we consider experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location among other factors.