Accounting Manager

The Hanover Insurance Group

. Manage all day-to-day accounting team functions, internal controls, and quality assurance processes .

Posted 10/3/2026full-timeWorcester • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in GAAP, NAIC, SEC, and SAP compliance while managing accounting operations and financial reporting. Proven ability to lead teams, drive process improvements, and communicate complex financial matters effectively.

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GAAP ComplianceFinancial ReportingSAP ExperienceTeam LeadershipRegulatory Filings

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Hard Skills

Accounting PrinciplesFinancial AnalysisInternal ControlsQuality AssuranceJournal EntriesReconciliationsFinancial Statement AnalysisProcess ImprovementAutomation InitiativesRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Team BuildingCoachingMentoringEffective CommunicationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

SAPPeopleSoftOracleEssbaseHyperionPower BI

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAMBAMaster's Degree in Accounting

Industry Keywords

Insurance AccountingPublic AccountingStatutory AccountingFinancial Reporting RequirementsRegulatory Examinations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage all day-to-day accounting team functions, internal controls, and quality assurance processes
Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual internal and external GAAP and statutory reporting
Ensure accurate and timely preparation, review, and analysis of financial information, regulatory filings, internal controls, and disclosures
Ensure compliance with NAIC, SEC, SOX, SAP, GAAP, and company accounting policies
Serve as subject matter expert and point person for accounting, systems, and reporting matters
Analyze, review, and evaluate financial statement data flows and key controls
Solve issues and significant variances in financial reporting
Manage day-to-day accounting operations, internal controls, quality assurance activities, routine and non-routine reporting deliverables, and ad-hoc projects
Oversee close processes and ensure timely reporting deliverables
Review and approve complex journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting workpapers
Prepare, review, and analyze financial results; investigate variances and resolve reporting issues
Oversee accounting and reporting activities supporting SAP, GAAP, and SEC requirements
Support NAIC reporting, regulatory filings, and insurance industry financial reporting requirements
Partner with internal and external auditors during audits and regulatory examinations
Research, document, and implement new accounting guidance and reporting requirements
Maintain and enhance internal control documentation and testing activities
Lead process improvement and automation initiatives based on end-to-end financial statement data flows and reporting outputs
Identify technology opportunities and develop accounting/reporting solutions
Lead, mentor, develop, and evaluate accounting staff
Establish team priorities, allocate resources, and monitor performance
Collaborate with operations, IT, actuarial, finance, HR, management, and audit teams
Communicate complex accounting matters and recommendations to senior leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 5-8 years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience
Insurance accounting, public accounting, or a combination thereof preferred
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
CPA, MBA, or Master's degree in Accounting strongly preferred
Experience with SAP, NAIC, GAAP, SEC, and statutory accounting principles strongly preferred
Experience with financial reporting and ERP systems including PeopleSoft, Oracle, SAP, Essbase, Hyperion, Power BI, or similar tools
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines
Ability to build high-performing teams through coaching, mentoring, and development
Ability to recruit, retain, and develop talent
Ability to promote accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Curiosity and adaptability in a rapidly evolving finance environment
Ongoing development of technical accounting, analytical, and digital skills
Ability to analyze complex financial data and reporting processes
Ability to identify issues, evaluate alternatives, and develop practical solutions
Ability to connect accounting outcomes to business performance and risk management
Ability to build partnerships across departments and stakeholders
Ability to communicate effectively and gain commitment to initiatives and decisions
Ability to proactively identify risks, opportunities, and process enhancements
Ability to drive automation, efficiency, and reporting improvements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid/Flex work arrangement
Full-time, exempt role