Manager, Accounting - AFS Reconciliation Performance

As a team member in the Finance department at Nationwide, the opportunities are endless! You can grow and learn in diverse areas across many disciplines such as Advanced Analytics, Investments, Actuarial, Accounting, Risk Management, Critical Business Advisor, Internal Audit, and so much more. Let Nationwide help create your career journey! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

This is a hybrid position located in Columbus Ohio and you will be required to come into the office two days per week. 

This role does not qualify for employer sponsored work authorization. Nationwide does not participate in the STEM OPT extension program.

Job Description Summary

Summary: Manages and coordinates the accumulating, recording, preparation and reporting of financial data required for regulatory and management purposes. Provides analysis and interpretation of accounting records and financial statements. Develops and proposes change in accounting policy, procedures and systems support, and determines accounting practices for assigned product/functional area of responsibility.

Job Description

Location: Columbus, OH

Reporting Relationships: Reports to Accounting Director/Officer. Typically manages four or more direct reports.                                                                                                   

Core Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Manages the accurate accumulation, preparation and maintenance of financial accounting records for both internal and external reporting.

2. Manages the development of financial statements according to prescribed schedules.

3. Prepares, reviews and recommends improvements in accounting, and financial reporting systems.

4. Manages and/or participates in special projects/assignments as directed by senior management.

5. Reviews and analyzes financial statements and supplemental data for external and management reporting purposes.

6. Works closely with internal auditors, public accountants, federal tax examiners and others as required in performing assigned accounting functions.

7. Manages the preparation of special reports, analyses and financials as requested by management.

8. Represents the department director as assigned for both development and work flow assistance.

9. Responsible for the management of associates including: performance management, salary planning and administration, training and development, workflow planning, hiring and placement, and disciplinary actions.

10. Performs other related duties as assigned

Typical Skills and Experiences:

Education:  Undergraduate degree in accounting or finance preferred.

License/Certification/Designation: Progress towards CPA preferred.

Experience:  At least six years related accounting experience; insurance experience preferred. People management experience preferred.

Knowledge:  GAAP and/or STAT accounting principles, practices and procedures, and insurance/financial products regulatory requirements. Product specific knowledge also required, such as investments, tax, property/casualty, life and/or subsidiary accounting and financial analysis.

Skills/Competencies:  Verbal and written communication skills for contact with all levels of associates including business unit leadership, external parties such as public accountants, state examiners, industry professionals, and other clients. Ability to analyze and solve accounting problems, interpret financial statements and data, analyze legal requirements, examine and monitor accounting cycles and flows, and review general ledger entries and audit work papers and schedules. Ability to manage and train associates in all aspects of assigned accounting record maintenance, and financial statement preparation. Other criteria, including leadership skill