[Remote] Sr Financial Accounting Specialist

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Mercury Insurance is a company dedicated to helping people reduce risk and manage unexpected events. They are seeking a Senior Financial Accounting Specialist to perform advanced accounting functions, prepare financial statements, and conduct financial analyses while ensuring compliance with accounting principles.ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the preparation, analysis and evaluation of subsidiary general ledgersPrepares and maintains highly complex operating and financial reportsEnsures the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements are completed in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and statutory accounting principles (SAP) including footnote disclosurePerforms advanced financial analyses and special projects as required by financial managementMay interface and maintain relationships with outside auditors and public accounting firmsSkillsBachelor's degree with emphasis/major in accounting program or equivalent educationAt least 5 years of experience in accounting, including 2 years of public accounting, preferably in a Big Four firmEnsures the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements are completed in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and statutory accounting principles (SAP) including footnote disclosurePerforms advanced financial analyses and special projects as required by financial managementMay interface and maintain relationships with outside auditors and public accounting firmsCPA or MBAInsurance accounting experience is a plusBenefitsCompetitive compensationFlexibility to work from anywhere in the United States for most positionsPaid time off (vacation time, sick time, 9 paid Company holidays, volunteer hours)Incentive bonus programs (potential for holiday bonus, referral bonus, and performance-based bonus)Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance401 (k) retirement savings plan with company matchEngaging work environmentPromotional opportunitiesEducation assistanceProfessional and personal development opportunitiesCompany recognition programHealth and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions, child and eldercare resources, and moreCompany OverviewMercury Insurance has offered quality insurance for personal auto insurance to homeowners insurance to mechanical breakdown protection. It was founded in 1962, and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is http://www.mercuryinsurance.com.Company H1B SponsorshipMercury Insurance has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 7 in 2026, 22 in 2025, 23 in 2024, 14 in 2023, 15 in 2022, 8 in 2021, 13 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.