Medicare Sr Accountant
Baldwin Risk Partners
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Tampa, FL 33607
Full Job Description
Position Summary:
The Senior Accountant provides a high-level of accounting support and performs a variety of accounting tasks of complexity and with a high level of confidentiality. He/she performs a variety of work utilizing judgment within prescribed standards and procedures and supervises the work of a small team of Accounting Analysts.
Principal Responsibilities:
• Prepares, examines and/or analyzes accounting records, financial statements or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
• Investigates budget variances and provides insightful explanations
• Reviews accounts for discrepancies and reconciles differences.
• Maintains the General Ledger (GL)
• Prepares adjusting journal entries.
• Comfortable consolidating financial results from multiple databases
• Interprets financial records and reports for management
• Assists with the integration of newly partnered firms (M&A)
• Reviews bank and balance sheet reconciliations
• Develop and maintain internal controls
• Owns the close calendar; ensures deadlines are met across the business segment
• Assists with financial audits and quarterly reviews
• Looks for opportunities to improve organizational processes.
• Presents solutions to issues and discrepancies to the appropriate leader
Education, Experience, Skills and Abilities Requirements:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 5+ years of accounting experience.
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience in Insurance accounting is preferred, but not required.
• Excellent computer skills in database management and record keeping.
• Moderate to advance knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess excellent organizational skills.
• Exhibits professional skepticism.
• Must demonstrate the organization’s core values, exuding behavior aligned with the firm’s culture.
Special Working Conditions:
Fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
Must be able to interact effectively with various levels of management both inside and outside the organization.
Important Notice:
This position description is intended to describe the level of work required of the person performing in the role and is not a contract. The essential responsibilities are outlined; other duties may be assigned as needs arise or as required to support the Firm. All requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate physically or mentally challenged colleagues.