Accounting and Financial Reporting Specialist - Mid

September 19, 2026

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As a mid accounting and financial reporting specialist on the Statutory Reporting team, you’ll execute medium to highly complex statutory financial reporting. You'll prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and company close analysis.

You'll monitor accounting and financial reporting changes and maintain compliance with internal SOX controls and with state insurance department requirements. In addition, you'll partner with a variety of departments and business units, providing expertise to internal and external customers and reviewing items of high importance and materiality.

This is a hybrid role, requiring work from our headquarters in Mayfield Village, OH.

Must-have Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting or related field of study (e.g. Finance) and a minimum of 2 years of accounting work experience.

Preferred Skills

3-5 years' experience with GAAP and/or statutory accounting principles and reporting.
Experience with financial statement analysis, month end closing and account reconciliations.
Excellent communication (verbal, written, listening, presentation) and organizational skills (planning, time management, priority management).
Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills; ability to identify and communicate accounting & financial reporting issues to management timely and concisely.
Highly proficient and comfortable with extensive use of Excel.

Compensation

$61,300-$81,700/year
Gainshare annual cash incentive program up to 24% of your eligible earnings, based on company performance.

Benefits

401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%.
Medical, dental & vision, including free preventative care.
Wellness & mental health programs.
Health care flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, & life insurance.
Paid time off including volunteer time off.
Paid & unpaid sick leave where applicable, as well as short & long-term disability.
Parental & family leave; military leave & pay.
Diverse, inclusive & welcoming culture with Employee Resource Groups.
Career development & tuition assistance.

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