Operations Accountant (Hybrid - In Office 10 days/Month)

We are adding an Operations Accountant to our NGL Team!  This is a hybrid position requiring individuals to work in office 10 days per month; or as needed for business needs.  

Who We Are:

Since 1909, National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL) has been one of America’s most successful and highly rated independent life insurance companies. We specialize in a suite of innovative products for life’s journey, giving people the financial stability, careful guidance and peace of mind to lead a life filled with confidence, dignity and grace.

NGL's Core Values – integrity, dependability, collaboration, compassion and growth are a foundation of our company and help to build on the interactions we have with our policyholders, partners, funeral homes and each other. We believe in creating an inclusive, welcoming environment for all where diversity is celebrated, and everyone is encouraged to live their best, most authentic self. We offer Employee Resource Groups for employees to get involved, learn, network, and offer professional and personal development opportunities.

With over 100 years of experience, our passion is to serve people. Learn more. 

A Day in the Life:

The Operations Accountant is responsible for completing operational accounting tasks to ensure proper reporting from banks and administrative systems into the general ledger. This role prepares moderately complex daily journal entries, completes reconciliations as assigned, and recommends process improvements to drive efficiencies. The Operations Accountant requires the ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently while leveraging strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail to execute recurring accounting tasks.

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Reconcile moderately complex general ledger transactions, and incoming check deposits for policy administration systems.
• Reconcile various general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Prepare all reporting and reconciliations for assigned reinsurance arrangements.
• Track and report unclaimed property for assigned company.
• Identify and recommend process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Research discrepancies, identify the root cause, and determine the course of action to resolve. Escalate complex issues to senior-level team members as needed.
• Provide backup support to other team members with daily tasks as needed.
• Provide partners with required administrative reporting as assigned.
• Perform other projects as assigned.

Essential to Your Success:

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and accounting systems
• Demonstrated intermediate accounting knowledge to prepare general ledger journal entries and assigned account reconciliations
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with NGL employees, management, and external parties
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, and to ensure effective and timely delivery of services
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to interpret financial data
• Ability to identify internal process improvements to optimize efficiencies
• Highly organized with strong time management skills
• Proven analytical skills with ability to conduct independent research and analysis, identify issues, formulate options, and make recommendation

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field preferred.

Years of Experience:

• In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, a minimum of two years of accounting experience is required.
• Experience working with an insurance policy administration system preferred.

What We Offer:

At NGL, we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes competitive base pay and benefits designed to offer solutions to help meet your unique life needs.

Benefits:

• 20 days of Paid Time Off growing to 25 days after 5 years
• 11 Paid Holidays (10 company holidays and 1 personal holiday of your choice)
• Health care, dental and vision plans
• Up to $1,500 (Family) or $1,000 (Single) annually towards a Health Savings Account 
• Annual bonus based on company performance
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) match up to 9%
• Paid Sabbatical after 8 years
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Program
• And much more!

Click here to learn more about our comprehensive Total Rewards program.

NGL is committed to creating a diverse environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

NGL is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact hrmadison@nglic.com.