Lead Accountant

Join to apply for the Lead Accountant role at Liberty Specialty Markets Latam Liberty Specialty Markets (LSM) offers specialty and commercial insurance and reinsurance products across key UK, European, Latin American, US, and other international locations. We provide brokers and insureds with a broad product range through both the Company and Lloyd’s markets and have over 1,850 employees in approximately 65 offices. We are one of the world’s leading specialist re/insurers with a commitment to helping our employees, brokers and clients, and the communities in which we live and work, to prosper. As an employer it is important for us to promote a culture in which we adopt our core principles, communication, teamwork, performance, ambition. At Liberty Specialty Markets we create an environment where careers can flourish – a place for people to learn, grow, develop, and celebrate success. Each of us has a 'unique perspective', shaped by our different backgrounds, personalities, life experiences, beliefs and many other dimensions of differences. Diversity & Inclusion embraces all those dimensions which make each of us who we are; a combination of visible and invisible differences which guide our perspectives and approaches in life. At LSM we recognize and encourage the values of diversity, inclusion and collaboration – working together to share our unique perspectives helps us to make better decisions, deliver innovative solutions and pursue our goals. We have an inclusive culture and leadership, where all colleagues are empowered to be their unique selves and fully contribute to get things done. We are as committed to helping each other internally, as we are to helping our customers, communities and shareholders externally. Job Summary With some guidance, responsible for executing book‑close activities and/or preparing financial reports in accordance with accounting principles within a deadline‑focused environment, highlighting key issues and collaborating with the team to address them. Demonstrates increasing ability to plan work and interact with management as skills are built to move to the next level. Actively contributes to continuously improve operational processes. Research exceptions/variances and identifies and resolves issues as they arise. Job Responsibilities Prepares and reviews standard and ad hoc reports (monthly, quarterly and annual book close, which includes account reconciliations, control checks, manual journal entries, preparation of financial statements) utilizing a broad knowledge of accounting principles. Performs and guides the team in accounting activities such as journal entries to ensure timely completion of the monthly, quarterly and annual book close cycles, collaborating with the team to meet deadlines and troubleshoot production issues. Creates effective financial statement schedules, audit support schedules and other reports in a timely manner. Highlights potential discrepancies for management attention. Understands regulatory environment. Assists in the documentation of internal controls and performs assigned internal control processes such as general ledger reconciliations. Identifies, recommends, and executes resolutions to issues as they arise. Understands how data flows through the financial systems to the accounting function to identify issues and take action to address them. Leads implementation of continuous process improvements opportunities including automation for accounting and finance working cross‑functionally with other internal and external stakeholders. Improves the business value and efficiency of the work performed and collaborates with the team on evaluating and implementing suggestions. Actively participates in increasingly complex department projects. Shares expertise with and/or trains others to foster their development and accomplish shared goals. Provides feedback, training, and guidance to teammates. Communicates effectively with own team and across organizational boundaries to create alignment and ensure the successful completion of shared goals. Cultivates a strong collaborative environment focused on development of talent, driving innovation, and sharing our identity and values. Preparation, training and experience Bilingual English and Spanish (Must) Bachelor’s degree (Finance or Accounting) and a minimum of 3 years of accounting or finance experience required. Insurance Industry experience is preferred. Must demonstrate attention to detail in a fast‑paced work environment and the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously to achieve results. Must be able to communicate effectively with teammates, collaborate to solve problems, and raise issues and concerns in a variety of settings including business meetings. Expected to interact with management and other units to gather information and present results/recommendations. Experience with Global ERP Systems. SAP is preferred. Solid understanding of USGAAP is required. Advanced knowledge of Excel, Financial Applications (Finance BI) is preferred. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries Insurance, Financial Services, and Banking #J-18808-Ljbffr