Lead Accountant - Investments & Financial Accounting

About the role

We're not like other insurance companies. From our specialty products to our business model, our culture to our results - we're different. Different is who we are, and how we work, interact, deliver and succeed together. Creating a different and better insurance experience doesn't just happen. It takes focus and a shared passion for going beyond the expected to forge relationships and deliver care that makes a difference. This approach rises from and is supported by our talented, ethical and smart team of employee owners united around a single purpose: to work alongside our customers and partners when they need us, in unexpected ways, with exceptional results. Apply today to make a difference with us. RLI is a Glassdoor Best Places to Work company with a strong, successful background. For decades, our financial track record has been stellar - a testament to our culture and validation of our reputation as an excellent underwriting company. Position Purpose Under occasional supervision, perform investment and financial accounting activities to support accurate and timely financial reporting. This role is responsible for investment-related accounting, reporting and analysis, and supports general accounting functions including expense management, budgeting and forecasting. Ensures compliance with statutory and GAAP accounting requirements related to investments, including research and application of new accounting guidance. Principal Duties & Responsibilities Perform investment accounting activities, including preparation, review and analysis of monthly, quarterly and annual schedules and supporting exhibits. Maintain investment accounting policies and procedures; research and implement new accounting guidance. Prepare and review account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness. Support expense management processes, including monitoring, analyzing and reporting. Assist with budgeting and forecasting, including variance analysis. Analyze financial results and provide variance and root cause explanations. Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and consistency. Participate in or lead special projects, as assigned. Provide guidance and support to less experienced team members. Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field CPA a plus 4+ years of related experience [OR] equivalent level of education and experience Knowledge, Skills, & Competencies Experience with investment accounting preferred Experience with insurance investment accounting systems (e.g., CAMRA, Singularity, Clearwater, Bloomberg) a plus Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including ability to research and apply investment accounting guidance Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to work with large datasets Effective written and verbal communication skills, with ability to present findings to management Ability to exercise sound judgment, pay attention to detail and manage multiple priorities Compensation Overview The base salary range for the position is listed below. Please note that the base salary is only one component of our robust total rewards package at RLI. The salary offered will take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications/credentials, talent availability & specialization, as well as business needs. The below range may be modified in the future. Base Pay Range $85,486.00 - $124,595.00