Senior Accountant

Location: Reno, NV

Primary Objective

The primary duties for this position include financial reporting and insurance company regulatory reporting. This position will lead the quarterly and annual statement processes and is responsible for the preparation of documents and schedules for tax, auditors and insurance examiners. The Senior Accountant will prepare internal financial reports for management, the executive team and the Board of Directors. The position will also be directly involved in the Company’s budgeting process and variance reporting. May perform other duties as required or assigned.

Primary Accountabilities

1. Complete reports for both internal and external users to accurately reflect company operating results and financial condition. Internal reporting includes completion of financial statements from the trial balance; budget reports, productivity reports, cash flows and other special reports. External reporting includes filings to state insurance departments (i.e. annual statements, quarterly statements, premium taxes, statistical calls, etc.) Also includes the completion of reports to Federal, State and local agencies, and re insurance companies and brokers.

2. Monitor the accuracy of the general ledger and accounting sub-systems. Directly maintain and reconcile specific general ledger accounts and review general ledger accounts maintained by other accounting staff such as fixed assets, investments, and cash accounts. Responsible for posting daily and month end entries.

3. Review of existing and proposed systems to determine the proper use of controls to ensure the integrity of operating procedures. Periodically review procedures to ensure compliance with controls and operational efficiency. Provide written evaluations and proposals.

4. Assist with external audits by company auditors or state or federal examiners. Prepare requested schedules and documentation. Explain and demonstrates procedures.

5. Communicate with internal and external personnel regarding reporting requirements, information, or operating analysis. Answer written, telephone, or in person inquiries regarding accounting practices and procedures.

6. May be requested to perform or assist in the completion of special projects or proposals. May be required to analyze data and present findings or recommendations.

Qualifications

The Senior Accountant has a responsibility in supporting the Accounting Manager in meeting departmental goals and objectives and assisting with the development of work flows, policies, procedures, and internal controls within assigned area.

• Proficient knowledge of statutory and GAAP accounting procedures including internal control and insurance regulations.
• Understand the concepts and terminology of insurance accounting.
• Display proficiency in the use of the SunGard Ledger package or a related ledger software.
• Must be able to handle multiple projects and adjust to shifting priorities.
• Effectively communicate with customers inside and outside of the organization.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with a focus on Excel, Word, and a basic understanding of network functionality.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Accounting.  Position requires 3 years of work experience in accounting. Experience in accounting of insurance, finance or banking is desirable.

Our Company

At Balance Staffing, we bring candidates and employers together. To us, job seekers are more than a resume; they are unique individuals working to achieve their career dreams. And, to us, companies aren’t clients, but partners striving for business success.

Our goal is connecting top talent with exceptional employers. Since 1997, that’s been our guiding purpose, inspiring us to always be at our best, so we can be there for you.

Balance has grown rapidly over the past five years. Our current internal headcount is around 200 employees, and we aren't slowing down any time soon. We're privately owned which allows for you the flexibility to grow, change, and have the autonomy to do what you love: partner with clients.

Our Specialties

We are seeking a strategic and passionate Enterprise Account Executive to work with our leadership team to drive new business. We specialize in IT/Engineering, Light Industrial, Manufacturing/Production, Call Center, Administrative, Human Resources, and Finance/Accounting positions.

Your Benefits

As an Enterprise Account Executive, you will have:

• Flexible/unlimited PTO plan

• Extra annual holidays (Diwali? PRIDE?)

• Fully remote work with option to work in office

• Uncapped commission and no commission thresholds

• Yearly bonus, option for sign on bonus

• Fully remote work

• Autonomy, flexibility to penetrate new business in innovative and creative ways

• 401k planning, 401k company match, medical, vision, dental coverage

• Life and accident insurance

• Cell phone reimbursement

• Internet reimbursement

• Additional computer/work equipment

• Supportive, transparent, and collaborative leadership

Your Role

As an Enterprise Account Executive, you will:

• Consistently meet and exceed quarterly, annual gross profit and new business targets
• Creatively collaborate with Account Managers and leadership to penetrate new business
• Prepare and present proposals and provide follow-up throughout in establishing new clients
• Build a strong sales pipeline to foster annual growth and sustainable relationships with customers
• Map out organizational charts and structures to identify key stakeholders and decision makers
• Maintain client retention by proactively identifying risks and effectively responding to needs

Your Experience
Lastly, as an Enterprise Account Executive, your experience and skills will include:

• 2-4 years' experience in an Enterprise level sales staffing environment with demonstrated success in hitting and exceeding targets/sales goals (or similar industry)
• Strong communication and relationship building skills among key stakeholders and decision makers
• Familiarity with using CRMs within the staffing environment (or similar industry)
• Demonstrated passion for staffing, recruitment, or a people-centric industry
• A consultative approach to working with new and existing clients
• Strategic thinking skills with the ability to identify, categorize, and prioritize the right sales opportunities

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Balance Staffing is seeking a career-minded Stock Plan Administrator for a Client who is a leading independent designer, manufacturer and supplier of electronic subsystems to OEMs engaged in the computer, industrial, networking, telecommunications, aerospace and defense markets. 

Client’s global presence in the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Latin America enables it to provide its customers with proven expertise. Great benefits and bonus incentives plans.

Summary:

Administers employee equity grant and purchase plan. Processes transactions with outsourced vendors and brokers for employee exercise of stock option and other equity grants. Answers employee questions and resolves problems regarding equity plans and grants. Maintains employee equity database, updating information and running required and requested summary and detail reports. Prepares and distributes grant documentation and agreements for new-hire and ongoing grants. Works on special projects related to equity granting and reporting.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the daily administration of our global equity incentive plans and act as the primary point person for equity related tasks, projects, employee queries, and management of our equity systems.

• Perform accurate processing of employee stock option grants, exercises, employee terminations, and participant account updates.

• Manage/perform the accurate processing of the company’s worldwide employee stock purchase plan

• Support global mobility tracking and RSU/RSA release processing.

• Compile reports to provide accurate equity reporting to our important collaborators including payroll, accounting, tax and mobility teams.

• Maintain integrity of data in our online equity platform. Perform periodic review and reconciliations of equity transactions and participant data.

• Develop partnerships with accounting, legal, and HR teams on relevant equity issues and disclosures.

• Develop employee communication and educational programs, including presentations, responding to employee inquiries, creating training/educational materials, and managing an internal stock administration queue.

• Provide excellent customer service to employees, management and collaborators.

• Support strategies and participate in compensation projects e.g establishing global Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) and semi-annual enrollment and purchases.

• SOX 404 compliance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of stock administration experience

• Certified Equity Professional credential, required

• US payroll knowledge

• Broad experience with a range of equity compensation instruments and plans, including stock options, RSUs, RSAs, PSUs and ESPPs

• Experience working in stock administration for public company

• Experience with Equity Edge Online

• Superior analytical capabilities, organizational skills, and attention to detail

• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance matters as they relate to equity

• Unrelenting focus on the customer

• Exceptional written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications*:*

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, adhere to tight deadlines and collaborate with cross functional teams

• Ability to work independently and drive systems and processes

• Equity accounting & tax knowledge

• Experience with proxy data, Section 16 filings and 10b5-1 plans

• Expert use of Microsoft Excel (including VLOOKUPs)