Accounting Manager
Accounting Manager
Base Salary: $130K to $155K
Location: West Des Moines, IA
Company Summary: A well-established insurance provider with a multi-state footprint across life and P&C business lines. The company operates with a diversified structure and is known for its financial stability, collaborative culture, and long-tenured employee base.
Responsibilities
- Oversee statutory accounting and reporting for life insurance entities.
- Lead and develop a team of 3-4 professionals, ensuring strong performance and sustainable workloads.
- Partner with actuarial and finance teams to deliver accurate, timely financial insights.
- Support internal and external audits and regulatory inquiries.
- Drive process improvements and identify opportunities for greater efficiency.
- Contribute to system enhancements and modernization initiatives.
Qualifications
- 8+ years of accounting experience, ideally with insurance statutory reporting exposure.
- CPA highly preferred.
- Background in life insurance strongly preferred, open to P&C or Big 4 audit with insurance clients.
- Prior leadership experience is a plus, but high-potential senior candidates will be considered.
- Experience with SAP, Oracle, or Hyperion is highly desirable.
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to operate across multiple priorities.
If your background lines up with the qualifications for the role, please apply!
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