Accountant I

Overview:

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. (AFS) is currently recruiting a Staff Accountant I of Corporate Accounting in Jersey City, New Jersey. The Staff Accountant I will be responsible for the accounting of certain holding company activities, including but not limited to detailed maintenance of accounting records and related controls, accruals, debt transactions, expense allocations, account analysis and reconciliations, and ensuring that reported results comply with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAP).

• Perform routine activities including the preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations for payroll, debt, equity, intercompany activity and other month and quarter-end close related tasks.
• Assist in preparation of quarter-end reports for management, including debt and equity roll-forwards and interest expense analytics
• Assist other accounting groups to resolve issues related to out of balances and intercompany breaks
• Assist with quarterly debt covenant compliance testing
• Maintain standard operating procedure documents and ensure adherence to those procedures
• Provide support to other teams such as External Reporting, Treasury and Tax
• Participate in ad hoc projects as necessary

• Bachelors degree in accounting
• 2+ years of experience
• Knowledge and application of GAAP, SEC regulations, and internal controls
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite application
• Strong working knowledge of Excel
• Proficient in Enterprise Resource Planning Software (Oracle) and Financial Consolidation and Close (FCCS) a plus
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently, identify problems and propose viable solutions
• Must be flexible and have demonstrated skills to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Strong initiative, problem solving, and interpersonal skills, plus an orientation toward continuous improvement are required
• Strong communication, analytical, organizational and time management skills

This job description is designed to provide a general overview of the requirements of the job and does not entail a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that will be required in this position. AmTrust has the right to revise this job description at any time. The salary range for this role is $65k - $75k. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Jersey City, New Jersey. Base pay offered may vary depending on, but not limited to education, experience, skills, geographic location, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future

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AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.

AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.

AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.