National Life Insurance Company

Senior Accountant of Financial Reporting-GAAP

Addison, TX; Montpelier, VT · Senior

Work authorization required$87k-$127kDetected 12 hours ago

Data AnalysisLLMsFinancial AnalysisAccountingExcelResearchLeadershipCommunicationGAAPFinancial ReportingVariance Analysis

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to continue your financial career in the Corporate Finance department of one of the fastest growing life insurance companies in the country.
National Life Group currently has an opening for a GAAP Reporting Senior Accountant to join a team that is fundamental to the financial reporting and analysis function of the organization.
This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of complex reporting responsibilities within a dynamic and evolving environment.

Own the preparation of GAAP reporting deliverables, including Management Discussion & Analysis, disclosure checklists to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP requirements and board and senior management reporting materials.
Analyze financial results and communicate insights to management to support informed decision making.
Identify, evaluate, and leverage emerging technologies, including generative AI and automation solutions such as RPA and workflow tools, to drive measurable improvements in reporting efficiency, control effectiveness, and scalability.
Analyze and implement business process improvements to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and scalability of the accounting function.
Collaborate with external auditors to support successful audit outcomes and regulatory compliance.
Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations.

5+ years of progressive experience in accounting, financial reporting, and/or auditing.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required.
Demonstrated ability to adopt and apply emerging technologies, including generative AI and automation tools, to improve reporting efficiency, effectiveness, and control quality.
Strong experience with US GAAP required, preferably in the financial services industry
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required, including proficiency with complex formulas, pivot tables, data analysis tools, and managing large and complex data sets.
Proven track record of identifying and executing process improvements within accounting or reporting functions.
Proven ability to anticipate, identify, and resolve financial issues while managing multiple priorities effectively.
AI Proficiency Expectations

CPA or CPA candidate preferred but not required.
Experience with Statutory reporting and insurance regulatory filings preferred, but not required.

Leverage approved AI tools, where appropriate, to improve the efficiency, quality, and impact of their work.
Stay curious and open to new AI-enabled ways of working.
Exercise sound judgment by reviewing and validating AI-generated content.

The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors.
The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances.
Additional Compensation and Benefits.
The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered.
The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life's discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs.
If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
Salary Pay Range
$86,625 - $127,050 USD

Your benefits start day one and are flexible and customizable to your and your family's specific needs.
Check out the BENEFITS of a Career at National Life!
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Additional Compensation and Benefits.
National Life Group® is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT - founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX - chartered in 1955, and their affiliates.
Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York.
Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company.

We are seeking a high performing accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced setting, demonstrates strong technical expertise, and proactively drives improvements in reporting processes.

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