Senior Accountant

Location(s) Chicago, Illinois Details Kemper, a publicly-traded, multi-billion dollar insurance and financial services company, seeks a talented and motivated individual to join our Corporate Accounting team at our headquarters in downtown Chicago. The Senior Accountant   is   a fantastic role for a strong performer who is looking to   greatly expand   their knowledge of ledgers, consolidation, and SEC/GAAP/statutory financial reporting within the P&C segment of an insurance company. 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   an analytical and detail-oriented professional to   assist   with a wide range of monthly,   quarterly   and annual P&C accounting functions associated with Kemper’s financial reporting.   Position Responsibilities:   Prepare and review monthly journal entries   Prepare and/or review monthly account reconciliations   Consolidate   company operating information for internal and external financial reporting   Work with internal and external auditors and provide necessary support   Prepare analytical schedules, analyze variances, and provide support for internal requests   Actively   identify , lead, manage, and complete process improvement projects   Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements   Prepare and/or review quarterly statutory-basis financial statements   Additional   responsibilities , as   assigned   Position Requirements:   BA/BS degree in   Accounting   3-5 years of industry or public accounting experience .    CPA or CPA candidate preferred   Familiarity with US GAAP, familiarity with statutory accounting principles is a plus   Experience navigating a large ERP environment   Proficiency   in MS Office products - intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Excel   Experience in Workday and Blackline a strong plus   Ability to   identify ,   analyze   and solve accounting issues.   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.   The range for this position is $70,000 to $117,000. When determining candidate offers, we consider experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location among other factors. 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. Kemper will never request personal information, such as your social security number or banking information, via text or email.  Additionally, Kemper does not use external messaging applications like WireApp or Skype to communicate with candidates.  If you receive such a message, delete it.