Senior Accountant – Profit Sharing Programs

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. Administer and reconcile accounts related to profit-sharing retrospective programs .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $75,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial analysis, reporting, and account reconciliation, with a strong understanding of GAAP and the ability to manage complex financial processes. Proficient in utilizing advanced tools like Microsoft Excel, ERP systems, and data analysis techniques to drive insights and improve accounting practices.

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Financial ReportingAccount ReconciliationGAAP KnowledgeMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyCPA Certification

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisVariance AnalysisFinancial ModelingData AnalysisProblem-SolvingContractual InterpretationProcess ImprovementAutomationTrend AnalysisDocumentation Preparation

Soft Skills

CommunicationGuidanceTeam CollaborationAnalytical ThinkingTime Management

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsSAPOracleNetSuiteTableauSQL

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

Profit-Sharing ProgramsRetrospective ProgramsFinancial Reporting PracticesAccounting PrinciplesInsurance-Related Programs

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracleSQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Administer and reconcile accounts related to profit-sharing retrospective programs
Calculate and validate profit-sharing payouts according to contractual agreements
Prepare financial reporting, variance analysis, and supporting documentation
Perform monthly account reconciliations and maintain effective internal controls
Analyze program performance, trends, and discrepancies and drive issues through resolution
Develop complex financial models and forecasts and communicate findings to leadership
Partner with Finance, Accounting, and Program Management to align financial results with program and contractual terms
Support internal and external audits with accurate, complete, and timely documentation
Streamline, automate, and improve accounting and reporting processes
Provide guidance and knowledge sharing to junior team members

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
7 or more years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, financial reporting, or a related discipline
Demonstrated experience managing complex account reconciliations and financial reporting processes
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel
Strong accounting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting practices
Experience working with ERP or financial systems
Ability to interpret contractual terms and translate them into accounting calculations and financial reporting
Ability to analyze large or complex data sets, identify trends, and communicate actionable insights
Ability to independently manage complex reconciliations, reporting requirements, and competing priorities
CPA or other relevant accounting or finance certification preferred
Experience with profit-sharing, retrospective, dealer, or insurance-related programs preferred
Experience with SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or comparable ERP and financial systems preferred
Experience with Tableau and SQL preferred
Experience improving or automating accounting, reconciliation, or financial reporting processes preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance
Mental health benefits
Employee assistance program
Paid time off
Paid parental leave
Short-term disability
Cultural observance day
Contributions to healthcare accounts
Pension plan
401(k) plan with Company matching
ProHealth Rewards wellbeing platform with cash rewards
Annual incentive based on individual and Company performance
Disability accommodations during the application and recruitment process