<p>The typical starting salary range for this role ($100-$120k) is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.</p> <p>Description</p> <p>We are looking for a Lead Accountant to join our Corporate Reinsurance Operations team. The ideal candidate will have a foundation in Reinsurance Accounting and a desire to work on a variety of special projects. The ideal candidate will also display strong research, problem solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills. Provide advanced operational and consultative support to conduct more complex business operations analysis (how work gets done within a functional group). Perform research, analyzes information, presents findings, and recommends changes and/or takes actions based on various factors (e.g., data insights, regulatory changes, feedback from quality assurance reviews, etc.) to solve problems and improve business outcomes.</p> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Review business processes to identify opportunities for improvement. </li><li>Performs complex research by gathering data from a variety of sources, which may include operational data, metrics, feedback from business partners. </li><li>Lead and/or heavily support tactical and strategic projects to drive and evaluate potential operational changes, and/or design new approaches and methodologies. </li><li>Analyzes information to identify trends, patterns, gaps and insights using descriptive analytics. </li><li>Often uses data visualization tools to further business insights. </li><li>Builds the business case for making a change to current practices, programs or procedures. </li><li>Conducts current state assessment, opportunity assessment, cost/benefit analysis, feasibility assessment, etc. </li><li>Partners with stakeholders on the design, testing, implementation, and evaluation of business process changes to improve business outcomes. Leads implementation and evaluation of business process changes or a portion of a larger initiative (e.g., major area within a function). </li><li>Develops, modifies, and distributes standard and ad hoc reports/dashboards to better understand the overall business and/or unit. </li><li>Develop presentations and shares findings as well as recommendations. </li><li>Receives, evaluates and responds to data-related inquiries by applying knowledge of data and business operations and obtaining information from various sources. </li><li>Fosters the development of teammates by sharing expertise and experience through training and reviewing work. </li><li>Works under limited direction from manager on more complex tasks. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree (Accounting or Finance) required. </li><li>Minimum of 5 years of accounting or finance experience. </li><li>Must have Reinsurance Accounting experience </li><li>Must demonstrate attention to detail in a fast-paced work environment and the ability to adapt quickly to changing conditions to achieve results. </li><li>Communicates well with own team and across organizational boundaries to create alignment and ensure the successful completion of shared goals. </li><li>Comfortable leading meetings and able to communicate issues and trends to senior management and other groups at the appropriate level of detail. </li><li>Possesses a solid understanding of accounting principles. </li></ul> <p>About Us</p> <p>As a purpose-driven organization, Liberty Mutual is committed to fostering an environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. Through strong relationships, comprehensive benefits and continuous learning opportunities, we seek to create an environment where employees can succeed, both professionally and personally.</p> <p>At Liberty Mutual, we believe progress happens when people feel secure. By providing protection for the unexpected and delivering it with care, we help people embrace today and confidently pursue tomorrow.</p> <p>We are proud to support a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace, where all employees feel a sense of community, belonging and can do their best work. Our seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) offer a centralized, open space to bring employees and allies together to connect, learn and engage.</p> <p>We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to make things better, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit: https://LMI.co/Benefits</p> <p>Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.</p> <p>Fair Chance Notices</p> <ul> <li>California </li><li>Los Angeles Incorporated </li><li>Los Angeles Unincorporated </li><li>Philadelphia </li><li>San Francisco </li></ul>