Location(s)

Chicago, Illinois

Details

Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper’s products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises. 

Position Summary:

Kemper is a publicly traded, multi-billion-dollar insurance and financial services company, and we are seeking a talented and motivated accounting professional to join our Corporate Accounting team at our headquarters in downtown Chicago. This is a fantastic role for a strong performer who is looking to greatly expand their knowledge within a multi-faceted insurance company (P&C, Life) that has exposure to US GAAP, Statutory, and Bermuda GAAP accounting practices. Kemper has a proven track record for developing its people for higher roles within the department as well as other functions and across its operating entities. We seek a detail-oriented professional to assist with a wide range of monthly, quarterly and annual accounting functions associated with Kemper’s financial reporting.

Position Responsibilities:

• Take the lead on preparing monthly and quarterly expense analytics on a consolidated and segment basis with a focus on understanding key trends in insurance expenses (commissions, premium taxes) and general/administrative expenses (employee compensation, IT and building facilities). 
• Assist with the preparation and review of all MD&A commentary on expenses, both for on a consolidated and segment basis, that is included within the quarterly 10-Q and annual 10-K. 
• Assist with the coordination and completion of the annual goodwill impairment test; including the quarterly review of any indicators of impairment that may require a goodwill impairment test in advance of the annual review. 
• Assist with the quarterly review and impairment testing for all intangible assets.
• Participate in the implementation of recently issued accounting standards focused on expenses and support the accounting policy team with the evaluation of the impact of any proposed accounting standards on expenses. 
• Review and approve journal entries and account reconciliations specific to Corporate accounting areas, including but not limited to employee compensation (both short term and long term) and employee benefits. 
• Participate in periodic quality assurance related reviews of existing reconciliations across the entire accounting department.
• Ad hoc projects as needed

Position Requirements:

• 5-7 years of experience in public accounting and/or SEC reporting for a large public company
• BA/BS degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA preferred
• Familiarity with US GAAP and US Statutory accounting practices
• Experience navigating a large ERP environment
• Experience in Workday General ledger a plus
• Effective writing skills and strong attention to detail required
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills
• Progressive thinking skills, a strong work ethic, and a knack for innovative solutions
• Excellent communication skills to interact with varying levels of management and professional staff
• Ability to identify, analyze, and solve complex accounting issues
• The selected candidate will work a hybrid work schedule which will require weekly reporting to our Chicago, IL office

Kemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality across our organization and we work diligently to maintain a workplace free from discrimination. Kemper is focused on expanding our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts to align with our vision, mission, and guiding principles. Kemper does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Kemper and Kemper will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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