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Accounting Manager - Planning & Performance Management

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We are Farmers!

We are… more than just your favorite commercials.  At Farmers, we strive to deliver peace of mind to our customers by providing protection and comprehensive advice and delivering in the moments of truth. That means having people who can help us meet changing customer and business needs. Farmers high-performance culture is focused on results and the people who achieve them. We hold ourselves and others accountable for sustainably growing the business and each other. We seek solutions, own our actions, and grow through discomfort. We see setbacks as opportunities while continuously asking ourselves how we impact our customers. 

 

Farmers is an award winning, equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of a diverse workforce. We are dedicated to supporting the well-being of our people through our extensive suite of benefits, as well as the well-being of the communities we serve through employee volunteer programs and nonprofit partnerships. Helping others in their time of need isn’t just our business – it’s our culture!  To learn more about our high-performance culture and open opportunities, check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. 

 

Workplace:  Hybrid ( #LI-Hybrid )

Farmers believes in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and innovation, which thrives when we have the ability to work flexibly in a virtual setting as well as the opportunity to be together in person. Our hybrid work environment combines the best of both worlds with at least three (3) days in office and up to two (2) days virtual for employees who live within fifty (50) miles of a Farmers corporate office. Applicants beyond fifty (50) miles may still be considered.

Job Summary

  • Coordinates financial performance reporting process for Farmers Exchanges, Farmers Management Services (FMS), and Farmers Reinsurance.
  • Responsible for ensuring the reporting completeness and accuracy within Zurich applications.
  • Assists in the preparation of Performance related financial reports.
  • Assists with the forecasting and annual planning processes.

Essential Job Functions

  • Coordinates the Zurich financial reporting processes.
  • Responsibilities include: coordinating the monthly and annual process to input data into the Zurich EPM application, working directly with the accountants to validate monthly results, as well as inputting forecasts ensuring Zurich Data Quality Dashboard measurement scores are fully achieved. Works directly with various leaders, as required. Coordinates calls with Zurich and assists in presenting results and forecasts to upper management.
  • Prepares the annual FMS Plan, including the narratives, supporting schedules and annual calculations.
  • Analyzes and prepares Plan and Prior Year financial variance explanations on a monthly basis.
  • Prepares monthly Scorecards and Farmers Management Summary Report to Executive Committee, various Boards and Leadership team for release.
  • Prepares the Country Story Report for submission to Zurich.
  • Evaluates financial results and provides financial commentary for various reports.
  • Completes analysis, evaluates financial impacts and recommends action to be taken on financial matters.
  • Performs ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects, as requested.
  • Promotes safety at all times and complies with safety/ergonomic standards as outlined in relevant company published manuals.

Education Requirements

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  • Bachelor’s degree required in Accounting, Finance or related field.
  • CPA, CMA, MBA, Masters or similar preferred.
  • Six Sigma Yellow Belt preferred.

Experience Requirements

  • External candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of prior Accounting or Finance experience including 1 year as an Accounting or Finance Supervisor.
  • The same time-on-job requirement is preferred for internal candidates.

Physical Environment

  • Required job duties are normally performed in a climate- controlled office environment.

Benefits

  • Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location. Candidate qualifications may be reviewed against the requirements for the associated levels of this position's core function. Salary grade will be based on selected candidate's experience and skills.
    o CA Only: $92,720 - $134,000
    o CO Only: $87,040 - $115,900 
    o HI Only: $87,040 - $124,100
    o IL Only: $87,040 - $124,100
    o NY/ DC Only: $84,880 - $130,700 
             o Albany County: $92,720 - $115,900 
    o WA Only:  $87,040 - $155,125 
  • Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
  • 401(k)
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Assistance
  • For more information, review “What we offer” on https://www.farmers.com/careers/corporate/#offer

 

Job Location(s): US - CA - WdlndHills-6301

Anticipated application deadline: At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team. As part of this process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

Want to learn more about our culture & opportunities? Check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.


Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles

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