Accountant II

National Interstate is a member of Great American Insurance Group, offering risk financing solutions in all 50 states tailored to meet the needs of a wide variety of transportation classes. Our offerings include traditional insurance and innovative alternative risk transfer (ART) programs, including more than a dozen group captive programs catering to niche wheels markets. We are proud to be a multiple Northcoast 99 winner and Cleveland Plain Dealer Top Workplace in Northeast Ohio.

About the role

This individual will work a hybrid schedule out of the Richfield office. Employees in this role are expected to be on-site four days a week, with the flexibility to work one day remotely. Core in-office days are Tuesday–Thursday, with the fourth day determined by business needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and reviews monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and other relevant regulations.
• Maintains and reconciles general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Prepares journal entries and performs month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Coordinates moderately complex accounting matters and reporting with other departments, locations, divisions, and external customers.
• Supports internal and external audits, ensuring the availability of necessary documentation.
• Performs financial analysis to support management decision-making and identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement.
• Prepares ad-hoc financial reports and analyses as required.
• Supports internal control improvements and ensures adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Assists in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Monitors changes in accounting standards and regulations and assists in implementing necessary updates to policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Risk Management and Insurance, Safety Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Insurance accounting experience preferred.
• Completion of or continuing progress toward a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred.
• Technical knowledge across various accounting principles and practices.
• Foundational analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of company policies, GAAP, and financial reporting standards.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and across departments.

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees*.

• Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.
• Full-time and eligible part-time employees enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.

*Excludes seasonal employees and interns.