For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we CARE through our values, ESG initiatives and IDE journey.
Our Corporate Controllers team is currently seeking a Lead Accountant SEC in our Worcester, MA location. This is a full-time, exempt role. Position is eligible for Hybrid/Flex work arrangement.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Operates with considerable independence to lead accounting, reporting and controls processes. Work closely with business partners to effectively plan and execute accounting support for business expansion initiatives and meet internal/external audit and regulatory requirements. Partner and collaborate with other finance/accounting teams and lead or assist in various accounting/financial reporting projects and develop accounting technical knowledge applicable to the current business environment. May mentor and lead more junior team members.
IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:
- Prepare complex journal entries, reconciliations and supporting workpapers and/or perform detail review of moderate to highly complex journal entries and account reconciliations.
- Serve as subject matter expert and point person for reserves, pools accounting, general accounting, and P&C SEC financial reporting. Analyze, review and evaluate financial statement data flows and relevant key controls, and solve issues and significant variances when they emerge.
- Assist in the facilitation of the annual external auditor review of accounting and reporting matters and act as team liaison with both internal and external auditors on findings/issues related to internal controls.
- Independently analyze new or emerging accounting issues and communicate potential resolutions, conclusions, and next steps to management. Support business unit management through proposal of accounting/reporting strategies.
- Drive qualitative improvements in accounting, reporting and controls to become more efficient and effective and to reduce/eliminate control deficiencies and out-of-period adjustments.
- Prepare critical analysis of accounting issues or new accounting pronouncements, provide findings in a detailed white paper, and present findings to management and auditors.
- Able to work effectively on multiple assignments simultaneously across several departments, many with short turnaround times.
WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY:
- Minimum of 4-7 years related industry experience.
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting preferred or equivalent work experience. MBA or CPA preferred.
- Experienced in reviewing and analyzing financial reports.
- Ability to operate with considerable independence. Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills, analytical, critical thinking, presentation, influencing, and relationship management skills; effective team building skills.
KEY COMPETENCIES:
- Analytical Thinking: Applies analytical techniques to resolve problems or issues.
- Collaboration: Involves others to leverage additional knowledge or skills that lead to increased understanding.
- Influencing Others: Communicates ideas or positions in a persuasive manner that builds support.
- Initiative: Proactively identifies present and future obstacles, issues, and opportunities.
This job posting provides cursory examples of some of the job duties associated with this position. The examples provided are not complete, and the position may entail other essential and job-related functions and responsibilities that employees will be required to perform.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT:
It’s not just a job, it’s a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you – at every level – to grow and develop.
BENEFITS:
We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you’ll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.
Benefits include:
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401K with a company match
- Tuition reimbursement
- PTO
- Company paid holidays
- Flexible work arrangements
- Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE
- On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)
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