Senior Accountant - Reporting

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee the required statistical reporting functions and system edit processes.
• Research, analyze, and understand complex regulatory bulletins and data requests to complete data submissions to maintain compliance.
• Evaluate data discrepancies and data quality issues affecting reporting to identify the root cause. Document and communicate requirements to resolve issues.
• Maintain current knowledge of statistical reporting standards, insurance industry regulations, and best practices.
• Ensure SOX-compliant documentation, ensuring adherence to company policies and internal control requirements.
• Aid in audit requests, including internal controls and testing evidence.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing processes, standardizing reporting, and automating data flow.
• Mentor other team members by sharing knowledge and modeling best practices in statistical and financial reporting.
• Support system enhancements and testing related to statistical or financial reporting applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations and IT to support finance transformation initiatives designed to modernize systems and standardize financial processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the finance department and company goals.

Job Specifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Master's degree in accounting or MBA preferred
• Five years of statistical or financial data reporting experience
• Prior experience within property and casualty insurance, preferred
• Experience with cross-functional project teams as a business analyst or system testing role is preferred.
• Strong understanding of bureau and state data reporting requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to accuracy and detail
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, complex formulas)
• Experience with policy and claims systems desirable
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a dynamic environment
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting
• Process improvement mindset with ability to identify and implement efficiency enhancements
• Critical thinking skills and sound professional judgment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of bureau and state data reporting requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to accuracy and detail
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, complex formulas)
• Experience with policy and claims systems desirable
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a dynamic environment
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting
• Process improvement mindset with ability to identify and implement efficiency enhancements
• Critical thinking skills and sound professional judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
Master's degree in accounting or MBA preferred

Experience

• Five years of statistical or financial data reporting experience
• Prior experience within property and casualty insurance, preferred
• Experience with cross-functional project teams as a business analyst or system testing role is preferred.

Pay Transparency Statement

UFG Insurance is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position is $71,598 - $94,396 annually, which represents the typical range for new hires in this role. Individual pay within this range will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, education, certifications, skills, internal equity, geography and market data. In addition to base salary, UFG Insurance offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes:

• Annual incentive compensation
• Medical, dental, vision & life insurance
• Accident, critical Illness & short-term disability insurance
• Retail plans with employer contributions
• Generous time-off program
• Programs designed to support the employee well-being and financial security.

This pay range disclosure is provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws.