Job Description

Job Description

We are growing and are in search of a Staff Accountant to join our team!

The Staff Accountant position is a critical member of the financial and accounting team which works in coordination multiple departments to ensure the accurate reconciliation of general ledger accounts and the timely posting of journal entries. The Accounting Department supports several affiliated entities having individual books and ledgers.

Who are we?

Started in 2006, American Traditions Insurance Company (“ATIC”) has grown to be the largest writer of manufactured home insurance in Florida. ATIC and its managing general agency, TJ Jerger MGA, LLC (“TJMGA”) are part of the Jerger family of companies that also includes Storm King Claims Services and West Point Insurance Services.

Why work with us?

We are a family-oriented organization committed to providing competitive compensation and benefit packages to our employees including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, starting day 1 of employment
• Multiple plans to choose from in order to fit your needs
• 401k plan available with 100% match up to 4% with immediate vesting
• Generous PTO and paid holiday schedule
• 1 day of paid volunteer time off per year
• Onsite workout facility
• Casual dress code (work appropriate)

What will you be doing?

• Monthly bank reconciliations for multiple entities and multiple accounts.
• Reconciliation and posting of accounts receivable.
• Reconciliation of accounts specific to the insurance industry such as paid losses and changes in loss reserves.
• Preparation of monthly spreadsheets to track written premium, fees and expenses.
• Preparation of analyses necessary to support filings such as premium taxes.
• Assist with analysis on project initiatives

Ideal Candidate will possess:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business preferred.
• 3-5 Years Accounting or Finance experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP accounting.
• Knowledge of STAT accounting preferred but not required.
• Strong excel skills including formulas and pivot tables.
• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills to effectively convey information both within and outside the organization.
• Critical reasoning skills to objectively analyze information and identify errors that may impact the accuracy of financial reporting.
• Attention to detail when working with large data sets.
• Organizational skills necessary to prioritize assignments and effectively handle multiple projects concurrently.

American Traditions Insurance Company is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.