Location(s)

Chicago, Illinois

Details

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 Financial Reporting team at our headquarters in downtown Chicago. We are looking for a Manager, Financial Reporting  who is looking to greatly expand their knowledge within a multi-faceted insurance company (P&C, Life, Health) that has exposure to financial reporting under SEC, GAAP, ERISA and statutory accounting frameworks

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to expand their expertise within a complex, multi-line insurance organization spanning Property & Casualty, Life, and Health businesses. In this role, you will gain exposure to financial reporting across multiple regulatory and accounting frameworks, including SEC, GAAP, ERISA, and statutory accounting. Our Financial Reporting team has a strong track record of promoting talent into leadership roles within the department, across business functions, and throughout our operating entities. We are seeking a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys contributing to a broad range of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting activities.

Position Responsibilities:  

• Assisting in preparation of L&H and P&C Statutory-basis financial statements (Blue Books, Yellow Books)  
• Prepare audited financial statements and respond to inquires from internal and external auditors
• Research emerging accounting guidance and analyze unique operational transactions to ensure appropriate accounting treatment.
• Manage submission of state filings to various insurance bureaus and departments 
• Reviewing the prepared work of Staff and Senior Accountants and providing meaningful feedback 
• Designing, preparing and analyzing management reports  Develop and perform ad hoc reporting, queries, and financial analyses as needed

Position Qualifications: 

• 5-8 years of experience in public accounting and/or corporate financial reporting  
• BA/BS degree in Accounting or Finance 
• Accounting/reporting experience in the insurance industry is a strong plus 
• CPA or CPA candidate, is 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 office

The range for this position is $79,500 to $132,900. When determining candidate offers, we consider experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location among other factors.  This job is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and Kemper benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k, etc.)