Staff Accountant - Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc.

Tampa, FL

About the Job

Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do, and we start by taking care of you, our valued colleague. A career at Sedgwick means experiencing our culture of caring. It means having flexibility and time for all the things that are important to you. It’s an opportunity to do something meaningful, each and every day. It’s having support for your mental, physical, financial and professional needs. It means sharpening your skills and growing your career. And it means working in an environment that celebrates diversity and is fair and inclusive.

A career at Sedgwick is where passion meets purpose to make a positive impact on the world through the people and organizations we serve. If you are someone who is driven to make a difference, who enjoys a challenge and above all, if you’re someone who cares, there’s a place for you here. Join us and contribute to Sedgwick being a great place to work.

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Staff Accountant

PRIMARY PURPOSE

To oversee monthly close process; to prepare monthly financial reports, journal entries and general ledger account reconciliation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinates and completes monthly close responsibilities ensuring accurate and timely completion of assigned tasks.
Prepares both standard and adhoc entries to the general ledger system.
Reviews general ledger system entries from accounting staff and offshore teams to ensure accuracy.
Prepares and reviews monthly balance sheet reconciliations and researches issues as necessary.
Assists in establishment and maintenance of appropriate accounting documentation, systems, and internal controls, processes, and data.
Provides research on new and existing accounting and financial reporting issues.
Monitors and maintains compliance with company policies, procedures and internal controls.
Assists with external audits.
Works closely with other departments as needed to complete special projects as needed.
Communicates issues and other applicable information to management.

ADDITONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other duties as assigned.
Supports the organization's quality program(s).

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing
BS/BA degree or equivalent with major in accounting required.

Experience

(1) year accounting and financial reporting experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Skills & Knowledge

Knowledge of accounting principles, regulations and practices
Obtain and maintain expertise of financial systems such as SAP and other systems utilized in the consolidations of the company’s financial statements
Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
PC literate, including Microsoft Office products (intermediate Excel level)
Analytical and interpretive skills
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a team environment

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Source : Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc.