Staff Accountant - Short Hills, NJ (Hybrid)

Selective Insurance is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company known for its strong financial performance and recognition as a great workplace. They are seeking a Staff Accountant to engage in finance-related projects, maintain general ledger account balances, and ensure compliance with accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Participates in accounting projects
• Keeps current on available technology, and how technology can enhance our environment
• Documents impact of projects on the company’s control environment
• With the implementation of projects, will assist in updating and deploying of accounting reports and reconciliations
• Suggests new accounting procedures and recommends improvements
• Applies applicable accounting and reporting rules, and statutory regulations
• Contemplates and recommends financial transactions in accordance with SSAP and GAAP as they relate to projects being worked on

Skills

• Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
• Familiarity with laws and regulations that apply to accounting and compliance
• Experience with spreadsheet software packages
• Familiarity with automated or manual accounting systems
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to organize and manage projects
• Bachelor's degree in accounting
• 1-3 years of financial accounting experience

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care plans
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement programs
• 20 days of paid time off

Company Overview

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