Senior Accountant - Statutory Reporting at Cigna in Bloomfield, Connecticut

Job Description:

Role Summary

CIGNA's mission is to help the people we serve improve their health, well-being and security. The Senior Accountant's role is critical to the successful achievement of this mission. The Senior Accountant assists in the corporation's statutory accounting function and is responsible for US statutory reporting for multiple legal entities.

Major Duties

Statutory Reporting

• Responsible for quarterly and annual NAIC statutory reporting for multiple legal entities


• Responsible for the delivery, engagement and optimal utilization of an offshore team through our global service partner.


• Accountable for delivery of and continuously enhancing performance of statutory accounting and reporting activities which include; production of quarterly & annual NAIC financial statements and exhibits, execution of Model Audit Rule (MAR) controls, collaboration with internal Medical Loss Ratio (MLR) team, and implementing new NAIC statutory reporting guidance.


• Partner with stakeholders including accounting, finance, and compliance to analyze and understand accounting implications of enterprise projects or new business initiatives.


• Coordinate with internal and external auditors in the periodic review of the company statutory financial records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance


• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience (insurance experience a plus)


• Extensive knowledge of Life and Health statutory accounting requirements (blue and orange book reporting) desired


• GAAP or Statutory Accounting Policy experience a plus


• Oracle Experience a plus


• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written, with all levels of management


• Strong analytical skills


• Highly motivated and able to work independently


• Demonstrated high level of ethics and integrity


• Proven ability to build effective relationships with business partners


• Demonstrated competency in the area of professional savvy and negotiating


• Ability to manage, motivate and lead a team of diverse accounting professionals

About Cigna

Cigna Corporation exists to improve lives. We are a global health service company dedicated to improving the health, well-being and peace of mind of those we serve. Together, with colleagues around the world, we aspire to transform health services, making them more affordable and accessible to millions. Through our unmatched expertise, bold action, fresh ideas and an unwavering commitment to patient-centered care, we are a force of health services innovation. When you work with us, or one of our subsidiaries, you'll enjoy meaningful career experiences that enrich people's lives. What difference will you make?

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

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