Staff Accountant, Investment Accounting

What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it. The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs. 

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The Investment Accountant is responsible for the accounting, reporting, and analysis of Markel's investment portfolio.

Job Responsibilities

• Reconcile investment data within Markel's investment system

• Perform account reconciliations including identification and remediation of all issues in compliance with SOX control requirements

• Prepare journal entries and perform monthly general ledger closings and reporting deliverables

• Prepare and review investment related disclosures for Forms 10-Q and 10-K in accordance with GAAP as well as various statutory financial statements in accordance with Statutory accounting standards

•  Research and analyze investment fluctuations and communicate key drivers to management

• Research and interpret accounting guidance and compliance regulations pertaining to investments

• Assist with internal and external audit review

• Assist with systems integration and testing as needed

• Work closely with other functional areas (i.e. treasury, financial reporting, corporate accounting, statutory reporting, tax) to resolve issues and support achievement of business goals

• Assist in maintaining investment related SOX documentation and remediation of any control issues in compliance with control requirements

• Collaborate with teammates to identify, design, and implement process improvements for greater efficiency and effectiveness

• Assist with ad-hoc requests and other strategic accounting and business projects as they arise

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline

Certification

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license preferred

Work Experience / Skillset

• 0-3 years of related work experience

• Proficiency with Excel required

• Experience with Oracle applications or investment accounting subledger system a plus

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills

• Strong desire for continuous improvement

• Curiosity across disciplines

• Interest in investments a plus

Please note:  Markel's phased approach for re-entry into our buildings is designed to balance the ongoing health, safety, and well-being of our employees with operational considerations and regulatory/governmental requirements and recommendations. As a result, we implemented a hybrid return to work strategy that allows for three days in the office every week.  

The base salary offered for the successful candidate will be based on compensable factors such as job-relevant education, job-relevant experience, training, licensure, demonstrated competencies, geographic location, and other factors. 

 

Choose Markel:  

Innovative hybrid work model * A diversity and inclusion focused employer * Exceptional base salary and bonus structure * Comprehensive benefits which include PTO, medical, dental, vision, 401K and more * Growth opportunities to advance your career* Ongoing coaching and career development * Fast paced, high performance environment *Profitable Fortune 300 company in business since 1930. 

 

Must be authorized to work in the U.S., and not require sponsorship now or in the future

US Work Authorization

• US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.

Who we are: 

Markel Group (NYSE – MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world. 

 

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