Financial Reporting Accountant

Job Summary

The Financial Reporting Accountant will perform various duties to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting for FGL Holdings and its subsidiaries. Areas of responsibility include preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations, research of reconciling items and other monthly close responsibilities. The Financial Reporting Accountant will also support the Financial Reporting team prepping requests from internal and external auditors.

Organization

The Financial Reporting Accountant will report to the Director, Financial Reporting.  He/she will work with other members of the Operational Accounting team and collaborate with other departments throughout the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities

The range of tasks to be performed may include, but may not be limited to, the following:

• Preparing reconciliations and analysis of general ledger accounts and other financial data
• Executing internal controls designed to mitigate identified risks within the financial reporting process
• Preparing journal entries, evaluation and supporting analysis
• Performing designated tasks within the monthly close management process.
• Assisting with requests of both internal and external auditors
• Identifying opportunities for process improvement and/or internal control enhancements
• Assisting with ad hoc requests, special projects and other duties related to financial reporting and analysis, as assigned

Experience and Education Requirements

The experiences and/or education requirements required (or preferred) for this position include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Finance internship experience preferred

Skills and Abilities

A successful candidate will possess the following skills and abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills
• Highly motivated and demonstrated ability to take initiative
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels
• Ability to successfully work on multiple tasks/projects to meet critical deadlines
• Ability to successfully handle pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Excel, Word)
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to create complete accurate documentation of work performed
• Strong problem solving skills
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment
• Ability to collaborate with internal customers and identify opportunities for improvement while demonstrating a strong desire to learn and grow. 

#IND-HP

#LI-MK1

#LI-Remote