Associate Accountant

Job Description

Corporate Tax Accountant | Auto-Owners Insurance

The Tone:
This is a full-time, hybrid role at Auto-Owners Insurance, requiring initial in-person training. Headquartered in Lansing, MI, Auto-Owners is recognized as a top-rated insurance carrier. Our organization is built on a group of caring associates dedicated to creating financial security, helping individuals and businesses make a fresh start after experiencing a loss. As a Corporate Tax Accountant, you will contribute significantly to this mission by ensuring precise federal and state accounting reports, developing critical financial systems, and providing essential data that drives informed management decisions for our continued success.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid Lansing, MI

• Mission: Support accurate federal and state financial reporting, apply foundational insurance accounting principles, and contribute to the development of efficient financial systems that aid management in critical decision-making processes.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Regulatory Reporting: Prepare comprehensive accounting reports essential for submission to federal and state agencies, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Industry Knowledge: Actively learn to use and develop a deep understanding of specific insurance accounting principles relevant to the company’s operations.
• System Enhancement: Assist directly in the development and implementation of automated accounting systems, transitioning from existing manual operations to more efficient processes.
• Data Analysis: Utilize computer stored data effectively for problem-solving tasks, identifying discrepancies and developing solutions.
• Strategic Support: Provide management with clear, concise reports and analyses that can be directly used in strategic decision-making processes.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience that demonstrates foundational knowledge in these fields. This position is suitable for an individual looking to grow their career in corporate finance and tax accounting.
• Experience: No specific years of prior experience are explicitly required, as this role is structured for an Associate Accountant to learn and develop within the insurance industry’s financial framework. The ability to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship is a requirement for all applicants.
• Skills: Possess a strong ability to organize diverse data sets, effectively multi-task across various responsibilities, and make independent decisions when necessary. Demonstrates above-average communication skills, both written and verbal, for clear reporting and collaboration. Must also show an aptitude for resolving complex issues with thoughtful analysis.
• Bonus: An expressed interest in continuously developing product knowledge through active participation in approved educational programs will be highly valued for long-term growth.