[Remote] Accounting Consultant - Statutory Reporting (Charlotte, NC (Hybrid) or Remote)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Brighthouse Financial is hiring an Accounting Consultant to support accounting and reporting for its reinsurance subsidiaries. The role prepares statutory and regulatory financial statements, supports monthly and quarterly close activities, interprets accounting requirements, and contributes to process improvements and projects.


Responsibilities

  • Prepare end-to-end filing of quarterly and annual NAIC Statutory Financial Statements (Blue Book) for Captive Insurance Company
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly and year-end regulatory reporting, financial statements, disclosures and related information for STAT requirements for Captive Insurance Company
  • Prepare annual Statutory Audited Financial Statements and Management Discussion and Analysis for Captive Insurance Company
  • Research variances and review quarterly analytics for completion of quarterly close
  • May review monthly journal entries, reconciliations and monthly financial reporting for close
  • Review STAT literature for interpretation of proper accounting treatment, including Captive Insurance Companies
  • Interact and coordinate with the internal/external auditors, lines of business, administrative areas, Treasury, Technical Accounting and actuaries in carrying out assigned financial reporting responsibilities
  • Assist in implementing accounting changes to comply with regulatory accounting changes or reinsurance policy
  • Responsible for assigned process improvements, ongoing initiatives and projects and communication with management on progress of such items
  • Performs other related duties as assigned or required

Skills

  • BS/BA in accounting or finance
  • 5 or more years of experience in financial accounting and reporting
  • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as independently
  • Knowledge of STAT and GAAP accounting practices/procedures
  • Highly proficient in Excel and must be able to learn other systems used quickly
  • Insurance experience preferably Bluebook and Reinsurance a plus
  • SAP knowledge a plus

Benefits

  • Competitive performance-based incentives determined by company and individual results.
  • Work remotely or in the office.
  • A minimum of 20 days of paid time off and 16 paid company holidays per calendar year, plus paid volunteer time and paid study time.
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match up to 6% and annual company nondiscretionary contribution of 3%.
  • Financial counseling services.
  • Competitive medical, vision, and dental plans.
  • Tax-free health savings accounts with potential company contributions up to $1,000 per family.
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid leave for new parents.
  • Back-up dependent care.
  • Dependent care flexible spending account.
  • Up to a $25,000 lifetime maximum during your adoption, infertility, or surrogacy journey.
  • Company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability insurance.

Company Overview

  • Brighthouse Financial offers annuities and life insurance that help protect what people have earned and ensure it lasts. It is a sub-organization of Aquarian Holdings. It was founded in 2017, and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is

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