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Sr Accountant - External Financial Reporting

Costa Mesa, CA

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Role family
Finance
Seniority
Senior
Stated salary
$92,600 per year
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
7 Oct 2026

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Sr Accountant - External Financial Reporting

As financial reporting senior accountant you are a crucial team player who contributes to the team’s objective of timely and accurate financial reporting. You are responsible for your assigned monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting tasks as well as ad-hoc or special projects that arise, which are typical given the regulated nature of statutory financial reporting.

What You'll Do:

  • You will coordinate and prepare the organization’s annual audited financial statements.
  • You’ll work cross-functionally with Investments, Tax, Payroll, Benefits, and Legal departments to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the annual audited financial statements.
  • You will coordinate with the external auditors to ensure timely completion of the audits associated with the annual audited financial statements.
  • You will coordinate with the external auditors to ensure the timely completion of the Employee Benefits Plan audits in connection with the annual audited financial statements of the Employee Benefits Plans.
  • You’ll assist with the preparation of quarterly and annual insurance regulatory filings.
  • You will prepare monthly financial reporting package of affiliated company.
  • You’ll prepare annual regulatory analyses and reports supporting the insurance entities within the organization.
  • You will assist with research and analysis of new US GAAP and Statutory basis accounting pronouncements, related processes, and disclosure requirements.
  • You’ll research, prepare, and present analysis of new accounting pronouncements to Executive Management and the potential impact to the organization on a quarterly basis.
  • You will work with Executive Management on significant initiatives and provide input and analysis to ensure financial statement impacts are properly evaluated.
  • You’ll assist in analyzing and documenting current accounting practices and implementing improvements to policies, procedures, and the financial reporting processes.
  • You’ll support special projects or ad hoc tasks as assigned by management.

What You'll Need:

  • BS degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent.
  • Active CPA license, or at least 1 CPA exam section passed with the intention to complete all remaining exam sections, is preferred but not required.
  • At least 3 years of progressive and relevant accounting experience, with Big 4 or mid-tier public accounting experience in auditing preferred.
  • Accounting, auditing, or financial reporting experience in the insurance industry is strongly preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently with Executive Management in the organization.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.
  • Strong analytical and organization skills with willingness to work extra hours to meet deadlines. Experience working in a heavy deadline driven environment.

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The starting pay range for this position is:

$92,600.00 - $123,600.00 Additionally, for full time positions, you will be eligible to participate in our incentive program based upon the achievement of organization, team and personal performance.

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  • Remarkable benefits:
  • Health coverage for medical, dental, vision

401(K) saving plans with company match AND Pension

Tuition assistance

Floating holidays and PTO for community volunteer programs

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs

Employee discounts (membership, insurance,

travel, entertainment, services and more!)

Auto Club Enterprises is the largest club within the national AAA federation. We have nearly 17,000 employees in 24 states helping more than 18 million members. The strength of our organization is our employees. Bringing together and supporting different cultures, backgrounds, personalities, and strengths creates a team capable of delivering legendary, lifetime service to our members. When we embrace our diversity – we win. All of Us! With our national brand recognition, long-standing reputation since 1900, and constantly growing membership, we are seeking career-minded, service-driven professionals to join our team.

“Through dedicated employees we proudly deliver legendary service and beneficial products that provide members peace of mind and value.”

AAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Our organization participates in E-Verify

The Automobile Club of Southern California will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), the Unincorporated Los Angeles County (ULAC) regulation, and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

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