Staff Accountant
About the role
The Staff Accountant position at Wilton Re is a full-time role located in Norwalk, CT. Wilton Re is an industry leader in the life (re)insurance space, offering specialized services to clients' businesses. The ideal candidate will assist in key processes within the accounting department, including account reconciliation, quarter close, financial statement preparation, and regulatory reporting.
Responsibilities
- Prepare journal entries
- Create and complete key business analysis
- Process reporting from third parties
- Assist with continuous process improvements
- Prepare and provide reporting to third parties
- Aid in the preparation of annual and quarterly financial statements
- Support internal and external audits
- Prepare various regulatory and rating agency reporting requirements
- Participate in the data governance process
Qualifications
- Introductory level understanding of U.S. GAAP
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
- Strong analytical capabilities and good organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and SharePoint
- Exposure to US Statutory accounting principles
- Experience with statutory regulatory reporting software
- Experience with BlackLine or Workiva
- Strong data and system integration skills
Skills
- Basic understanding of accounting concepts
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Ability to 'think outside the box'
- Interact with various areas and departments across the Finance organization
Benefits
Wilton Re offers a competitive vacation and sick time policy, including company-paid holidays, floating holidays, and early closing days. Additionally, the company provides a 401(k) plan with employer contribution, a profit-sharing program, and long-term incentives (equity). Associates may also be eligible for health, vision, dental, and life insurance, as well as access to health and wellness programs. Wilton Re is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment, and offers employee assistance programs and actuarial development opportunities.