Howden Group Holdings is Hiring a Junior Finance & Accounting Staff Accountant Near Stamford, CT
Howden Tiger is the global reinsurance broker and risk, capital, & strategic advisor focused on relentless innovation & superior analytics for top client service. About Role We are searching for an ambitious Junior level Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. This position will be responsible for performing accounting related duties on a professional level, please find the primary accountabilities and qualifications below. Primary Responsibilities:
Assisting in the preparation of financial statements such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements that comply with accounting standards
Recording financial transactions in the general ledger and maintaining accurate and up-to-date accounting records
Posting journal entries, reconciling accounts, and managing accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
Recording recurring journal entries
Allocation of expenses across various entities
Assist and working alongside Senior Accountants in the preparation of monthly/yearly
Providing support to Senior Accountants during internal and external audits by preparing documentation, answering inquiries, and assisting in the resolution of audit finding
Identifying and resolving discrepancies or issues in financial records, processes, or reports.
Assist with other accounting projects which includes cross collaboration with other teams in the Finance Department and help evolving our processes.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree, minimum GPA of 3.0
CPA preferred or desire to obtain CPA
Proven team player
Excellent communication skills
Outstanding organizing abilities
Great attention to detail
Solid analytical acumen
Strong MS excel skills
Understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices