Accountant – Commercial Accountant

HYBRID / REMOTE
 
System Search is currently recruiting for a Commercial Accountant for Hybrid or Remote Position with office based out of Charleston, SC.
 
Responsibilities:

 
• Manages the day-to-day operations of a portfolio of clients and be a contact for individuals from within various departments at the client (risk management, corporate accounting, tax, legal, etc.)
• Ensures the quality and timeliness of financial reports and regulatory filings on a consistent basis, in coordination with other colleagues
• Prepares financial statements and regulatory filings for a portfolio of clients, including data compilation, journal entry development and input, as well as the creation of comprehensive financial statements and related supporting schedules and related regulatory reports
• Liaises with insurance and reinsurance brokers, including preparation and review of captive insurance policies and reinsurance contracts, as required
• Coordinates efforts with outside service providers to meet client needs (audit, investment manager, actuary, claims manager, legal, etc.)
• Assists in preparing and presenting materials during client board meetings, ensuring both optimum quality and “value add” of the information included
• Supports the RISC team with ongoing strategic review of captive insurance company clients
• Ensures compliance with the RISC governance framework

 
Qualifications & Experience:

 
• Proven ability to work effectively both in a team environment and independently in an office with other professionals in order to meet deadlines and satisfy the needs of the client and service team managers
• 2-4 yr Accounting degree and captive experience required
• Experience in preparing financial statements with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) or related experiences
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Organized and able to multi-task with the ability to effectively re-prioritize tasks as needed and manage several projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated responsiveness to internal and external clients
• Effective communicator, both verbally and written
• Demonstrated ability to identify areas requiring increased productivity and improve methods and approaches with managers guidance
• Contribute to a collaborative, innovative and forward-thinking office
• CPA candidate a plus
• Travel to other office locations 10% of time preferred