Conifer Holdings, Inc. is a Michigan-based property and casualty holding company. Through its subsidiaries, Conifer offers specialty insurance coverage, sold through independent agents in all 50 states. The Company is traded on the Nasdaq Global Market under the symbol CNFR.
We are looking to hire an Entry Level Accountant for our Finance Department, in our Birmingham, Michigan office.
The successful candidate will have a degree in accounting. While helpful, no experience is necessary. As a relatively young and growing company, we seek a candidate who is excited to learn about our company and industry, and is willing to take on various tasks. The candidate should possess proficient Excel skills and/or initiative to further skillset. Additionally the candidate should be eager to learn our general ledger and systems to improve the efficiency and quality of our processes.
Responsibilities
1. Prepare and review various journal entries and processing within Accounts Payable and other accounting areas
2. Prepare monthly or quarterly account reconciliations for various accounts
3. Manage the escheats process to include due-diligence, maintenance, research, and timely remittance
4. Prepare Form 1099 files annually and submit accurate information to the recipients and IRS in accordance with the legal deadlines
5. Prepare personal property tax returns annually and monitor company fixed assets
6. Research, analyze, and monitor expenses for financial reporting and budgeting
7. Improve efficiencies in all aspects of department processes and procedures
8. Assist with special projects as needed
Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required – those in the final stages of obtaining this degree will also be considered
2. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word and Excel is required
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
1. Strong desire to increase knowledge and expertise as an accounting professional
2. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to deliver clear and concise communications
3. Demonstrated initiative and focus on constant process improvement and the ability to implement
4. Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to make sound and effective decisions
5. Strong attention to detail and accuracy
6. Ability to work in a dynamic environment to achieve results
7. Ability to work independently or in a team-structured environment to meet common goals, objectives, and deadlines
8. Ability and initiative to work beyond normal business hours when necessary to meet deadlines
9. Ability to effectively work with managers and employees at all levels
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Conifer Holdings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 – $60,000.00 per year
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Work Location: One location
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