Senior Accountant

About Us

At Davies, we get it... you are not just looking for a job, you are looking to build a life and a career. We believe in our people and realize that our success is a direct result of creating a learning atmosphere, leadership opportunities, and promoting from within. We believe that engaging in corporate social activities and working together as a team is a vital part of the Davies culture.

With a multinational global team, Davies Group is a specialist professional services and technology firm working in partnership with leading insurance, highly regulated, and global businesses.  At Davies Group, we help clients to manage risk, operate core business processes, and to transform and grow. We deliver operations, consulting and technology solutions across the risk and insurance value chain, including excellence in claims, underwriting, distribution, regulation, customer experience, human capital, transformation, and change management. 

This position will support the North America Actuarial Audit and Consulting division. This division provides a variety of insurance services including actuarial, audit, claim management, consulting, and subrogation to clients in throughout the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, and Europe. 

Are you looking for a company that is Dynamic and Innovative where the employees are Connected and Succeed Together?  If so, Davies may just be the right choice for you.

Job Overview 

Davies US is looking for an experienced SENIOR ACCOUNTANT to oversee and manage key aspects of the accounting operations for this division.  Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will be responsible for managing accounting tasks while ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial regulations.  

To be successful in this role, you need to have a keen eye for detail with strong leadership and communication skills.  You must have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field with five (5) years of accounting experience, with at two (2) least years in a senior or supervisory role.  Additionally, you will need to have a strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements, a knowledge of IFRS is a plus.  This role is a full-time, home-based position and may require travel on occasion.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports. Manage the daily operations of the accounting department, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial statements
• Oversee the general ledger. Conduct complex account reconciliations and maintain accounting records in compliance with accounting standards.   Assist the Head of Finance with month-end reporting
• Work with the compliance team providing financial support for local, state, and federal government tax filings and requirements. Coordinate with external auditors for the annual audit
• Develop and monitor accounting policies and procedures to maintain accordance with GAAP.
• Assist in the preparation and monitoring of budgets and financial forecasts
• Constantly seek ways to streamline processes, demonstrating initiative and a self-starter attitude
• Lead and participate in special projects, demonstrating the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Act as a key support to the Head of Finance, demonstrating the ability to understand and manage their daily responsibilities, especially during their absence
• Provide strategic support to the finance department, initiating improvements and offering solutions proactively

• Exhibit company values of We are Dynamic, We are Innovative, We are Connected, and We Succeed Together
• Perform other duties as assigned

 Experience and Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• Minimum of five years of accounting experience, with at least two years in a senior or supervisory role
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
• High proficiency in accounting software (Sage Intacct and Planful experience a plus, and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel

Preferred

• CPA or CMA a plus
• Knowledge of IFRS a plus

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Act as a mentor to the accounting staff, take initiative to learn and develop and train the team on new tasks and process improvements

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead and work collaboratively in a team environment
• Proactive, independent, and takes initiative wit