Junior Accountant
Junior Accountant
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$ 48170 - 72260
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Job Description
Is the opportunity to join a culture where We Do the Right Thing and We Courageously Shape Our Future Together important to you If so Guardian is seeking a resolute motivated individual to join our team as an Accountant.
This will support Individual Markets Product Finance NRO daily functions to achieve the departments objectives. The positions are responsible for the integrity of financial data recording reporting and controlling accounting information relating to the Individual Markets Business and impact several companies within the parent company Guardian: Guardian Guardian Insurance and Annuity Corporation (GIAC) Guardian Life Insurance Company (GLIC) Berkshire Life Insurance Company (BLIC) and all 18 Separate Accounts.
You are
An individual who can:
Collaborate with Others Partnering with the business operations group reporting group and Corporate Financial Management and Control. Establishing and maintaining in depth understanding of Whole Life Term Disability Variable Life and Annuity products functions and regulations affecting the business and Guardian subsidiaries.
Adapt to Change Actively leads organizational change through the implementation of new products and administration/general ledger systems. Independently achieve and maintain systems expertise to ensure accurate conversion and/or coordination among new enhanced or emerging systems technology.
Analytical Thinking Analyzes relationships among several components of a problem identifies causal links and applies a solution independently. Anticipates problems and proposes preventive measures. Analyzes trends and identifies causes. Alerts management and implements solutions within authorized limits.
You will
Compile daily administration system processing ensuring timely and accurate transaction processing. Oversight of daily mutual fund trading
Limit GIAC trading exposure to market gains/losses.
Review and approval of Oracle journal entries supporting documentation. Complete financial analysis and coordinate information flow to comply with the corporate monthly/quarterly/yearend financial account close schedule.
Ensure complete and accurate Statutory and GAAP financial data for reporting.
Prepare/Review the monthly/quarterly account reconciliations to ensure appropriateness and supportability of general ledger balances to support attestation to senior management.
Implement policies and procedures that create a Sarbanes Oxley internal control structure environment.
Implement new products and administration systems within the timeline established by senior management. Perform user acceptance testing of these product/system enhancements.
Successful product/system implementations that achieve corporate strategic goals.
Prepare documentation and provide assistance for MAR internal and external auditors (SEC NASD Delaware State New York State and Independent Auditors) for annual financial statement audits.
You have
Associate or bachelors degree with a major in accounting preferred.
This role can be for a recent graduate who has an interest in a career in accounting
Strong working knowledge of PC software (MS Office)
Working knowledge of internal controls documentation and testing as it relates to Sarbanes Oxley
Proficiency in Oracle General Ledger a plus
Ability to identify inefficient/ineffective processes and develop solutions.
Demonstrate ability to make financially significant decisions using sound judgment.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Location
Hybrid role 3 days in the office 2 days WFH Preferred locations Guardian home offices located in Bethlehem PA or Pittsfield MA.
Travel to Guardian offices as determined by the People Leader.
Salary Range:
$48170.00 $72260.00The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education experience knowledge and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary this role may also be eligible for annual sales or other incentive compensation.
Our Promise
At Guardian youll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skillbuilding leadership development and philanthropic opportunities we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.
Inspire WellBeing
As part of Guardians Purpose to inspire wellbeing we are committed to offering contemporary supportive flexible and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues. Explore our company benefits at apply to fulltime eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age race color creed religion sex affectional or sexual orientation national origin ancestry marital status disability military or veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Accommodations
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Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
