Associate Accountant

Associate Accountant HAI Group - 3.7 Cheshire, CT Job Details 21 hours ago Benefits Health savings account AD&D insurance Paid holidays Loan repayment program Disability insurance Health insurance On-site gym Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Flexible schedule Qualifications Financial close processing Internal controls Microsoft Excel Financial data reconciliation Customer service Financial reporting Research Bachelor's degree Financial concepts Profit & Loss statement Organizational skills Accounting and finance experience Bachelor's degree in accounting Accounting Communication skills Entry level Journal entry management in accounting Fixed asset management Full Job Description Position Overview Reporting to the Manager of Financial Reporting and Reinsurance, the Associate Accountant assists in the preparation of balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial reports. Responsibilities also include maintenance of fixed asset ledger, journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations. The associate accountant is expected to have strong customer service skills as they work with members across the enterprise, our external members, business partners, auditors and the general public. Essential Functions Responsible for monthly accounting entries and preparation of supporting documentation and reconciliations. Maintain fixed assets including ledger entries. Responsible for various procedures (e.g., balancing, reconciliations, etc.) to maintain segregation of duties and controls per monthly closing schedule. Maintains member surplus balances including ledger entries. Assists senior and senior level accounting team and FP&A team with reconciliations, research and general ledger activities. Meets reporting deadlines with accuracy through effective time management Learns and utilizes accounting and auditing best practices Job Requirements Bachelor's degree in accounting, required Proficient in Microsoft excel 0-1+ years' experience within finance, preferred Knowledge, skills and abilities Basic knowledge of Accounting/ Finance principles and concepts Willingness to learn about property-liability insurance company operations and not-for-profit entities Basic understanding of department functions and basic understanding of accounting processes Basic analytical problem solving with the ability to identify challenges and solve problems Strong communication skills; both written and verbal Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Team player; builds relationships across the enterprise Self-motivated and dependable Acts with integrity, is ethical, and maintains professionalism Flexible and adaptive Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice . Work Environment and Physical Demands Inside climate-controlled office building Prolonged sitting and using a PC