Accounting Analyst at Markel Service Inc. — Richmond, VA

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This position is responsible for recording and reconciling the financial results for various Markel reporting segments, divisions, and insurance companies as part of the Close Control & Reporting (CCR) department within Markel’s finance group. CCR is responsible for the controls and processes around reporting Markel’s division and segment results

Job Responsibilities

• Perform journal entries and complex account reconciliations including identification and remediation of all issues in compliance with audit requirements.
• Participate in the monthly, quarterly, and annual general ledger closing and reporting processes, including preparation of division and segment pack schedules to be presented to Finance leadership and business management.
• Perform the accurate and timely recording of loss reserve data into ledger and the analysis of loss ratio results.
• Assist with the preparation of income statement and balance sheet packages and related comprehensive analysis for variances and trends.
• Complete intercompany wire settlements and balancing of intercompany accounts.
• Participate in the internal and external audit process.
• Work closely with other functional areas (i.e., corporate accounting & reporting, statutory reporting, FP&A, disbursements, treasury, actuarial, reinsurance and program accounting) to resolve issues and support achievement of business goals.
• Assist with the preparation of insurance company financial statements and ensure compliance with statutory guidance and regulatory deadlines.
• Collaborate with teammates and initiate ideas with management to identify, design, and implement process improvements for greater efficiency and effectiveness.
• Participate in other strategic accounting and business projects as they arise.

Education/Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or similar required
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or candidate preferred

Work Experience

• 1-3 years of accounting experience

Skill Sets

• Strong computer skills including a high degree of proficiency within Excel.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic environment.

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Who we are:

What’s in it for you:

• We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees’ needs at all stages of life.
• All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
• We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.

Are you ready to play your part?

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