Manager, Financial Reporting

Location(s)

Chicago, Illinois

Details

Kemper is a publicly traded, multi-billion-dollar insurance and financial services company, and we are seeking a talented and motivated accounting professional to join our Financial Reporting team at our headquarters in downtown Chicago. We are looking for a Manager, Financial Reporting who is looking to greatly expand their knowledge within a multi-faceted insurance company (P&C, Life, Health) that has exposure to financial reporting under SEC, GAAP, ERISA and statutory accounting frameworks

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to expand their expertise within a complex, multi-line insurance organization spanning Property & Casualty, Life, and Health businesses. In this role, you will gain exposure to financial reporting across multiple regulatory and accounting frameworks, including SEC, GAAP, ERISA, and statutory accounting. Our Financial Reporting team has a strong track record of promoting talent into leadership roles within the department, across business functions, and throughout our operating entities. We are seeking a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys contributing to a broad range of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting activities.

Position Responsibilities:  

• Assisting in preparation of L&H and P&C Statutory-basis financial statements(Blue Books, Yellow Books)  
• Prepare audited financial statements and respond to inquires from internal and external auditors
• Research emerging accounting guidance and analyze unique operational transactions to ensure appropriate accounting treatment.
• Manage submission of state filings to various insurance bureaus and departments 
• Reviewing the prepared work of Staff and Senior Accountants and providing meaningful feedback 
• Designing, preparing and analyzing management reports  Develop and perform ad hoc reporting, queries, and financial analyses as needed

Position Qualifications: 

• 5-8 years of experience in public accounting and/or corporate financial reporting  
• BA/BS degree in Accounting or Finance 
• Accounting/statutory reporting experience in the insurance industry(P&C) is a strongly preferred 
• CPA or CPA candidate, is a plus 
• 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 
• Ability to identify, analyze, and solve complex accounting issues 
• This position can be remote for individuals living outside of Illinois, who meet the requirements

The range for this position is $79,500 to $132,900. 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.

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