Senior Accountant Position Available In Westchester, New York

As a leading provider of insurance and reinsurance with worldwide operations and employees in Bermuda, U.S., U.K., Continental Europe and Asia, we recognize that our success is derived directly from those who matter the most: our people . At Sompo International, our values of integrity, collaboration, agility, execution and excellence underpin our culture and our commitment to providing an employee experience that attracts and engages the best talent in the industry. As we continue to grow, we strive to find diverse, innovative and driven professionals to join our teams and offer a broad range of career and development opportunities at all levels, in multiple business areas, in each of our locations throughout the world. Our compensation and benefits programs are market driven and competitive, with excellent family friendly policies and flexible working provisions. Job Description Are you looking for your next opportunity? Sompo has a unique opportunity for a Senior Accountant to join our Technical Accounting team. As a Senior Accountant, you will lead key aspects of the monthly and quarterly close, support ad hoc projects, and ensure financial accuracy. You’ll help strengthen internal processes and support cross-functional initiatives.

Location:

This position will be based out of our Purchase, NY office. We strive for collaboration which is why we offer a work environment where our employees thrive and develop long lasting careers. Our business, your impact, our opportunity: What you’ll be doing: Prepare and post journal entries across multiple entities, including cash, accruals, premiums, losses, and acquisition costs Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual balance sheet reconciliations and variance analyses Perform intercompany reconciliations and settlements, and identify opportunities for process improvement Analyze financial fluctuations and investigate variances across entities Reconcile system interfaces and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner Drive automation efforts and implement improvements in reporting and close processes Collaborate with teams across Accounts Payable, FP&A, Financial Accounting, Business Services, and Reserving Support projects, system integrations, and audit activities Prepare supporting schedules, supplemental reports, and maintain controls documentation Document accounting policies and KPIs, and engage key stakeholders to support change initiatives What you’ll bring: 7+ years of experience in corporate accounting within a large corporate environment Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or MIS; CPA, MBA, or Master’s preferred Strong understanding of IFRS and US GAAP Advanced Excel skills with experience analyzing large data sets Familiarity with SAP General Ledger Accounting System and reconciliation/journal tools such as BlackLine preferred Insurance or reinsurance industry experience a plus Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a fast-paced environment Analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and a proactive approach to identifying and implementing process enhancements Willingness to learn new technologies such as SQL, Python, VBA, low-code, and AI Ability to build effective relationships and collaborate across all levels, both locally and remotely (US, Bermuda, and UK)

Salary Range:

$80,000 – $130,000 Actual compensation for this role will depend on several factors including the cost of living associated with your work location, your qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. At Sompo, we recognize that the talent, skills, and commitment of our employees drive our success. This is why we offer competitive, high-quality compensation and benefit programs to eligible employees. Our compensation program is built on a foundation that promotes a pay-for-performance culture, resulting in higher incentive awards, on average, when the Company does well and lower incentive awards when the Company underperforms. The total compensation opportunity for all regular, full-time employees is a combination of base salary and incentives that gets adjusted upfront based on overall Company performance with final awards based on individual performance. We continuously evaluate and update our benefit programs to ensure that our plans remain competitive and meet the needs of our employees and their dependents. Below is a summary of our current comprehensive U.S.

benefit programs:

Two medical plans to choose from, including a Traditional PPO & a Consumer Driven Health Plan with a Health Savings account providing a competitive employer contribution Pharmacy benefits with mail order options Dental benefits including orthodontia benefits for adults and children Vision benefits Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Company-paid Life & AD&D benefits, including the option to purchase Supplemental life coverage for employee, spouse & children Company-paid Disability benefits with very competitive salary continuation payments 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with competitive employer contributions Competitive paid-time-off programs, including company-paid holidays Competitive Parental Leave Benefits & Adoption Assistance program Employee Assistance Program Tax-Free Commuter Benefit Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Qualification benefits In today’s world, what do we stand for? Ethics and integrity are the foundation of delivering on our commitment to you. We believe that core values drive success, and that when relationships are held in the highest regard, there is nothing that cannot be accomplished. At Sompo, our ring is more than a logo, it is a symbol of our promise. Click here to learn more about life at Sompo. Sompo is an equal opportunity employer and we intentionally value inclusion and diversity. Above all, we want you to work in an environment that respects everyone’s unique contributions – we are passionately committed to equal opportunities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex orientation, national origin, or age.