Staff Accountant

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we CARE through our values, ESG initiatives and IDE journey.

Our Accounting Department is currently seeking a Staff Accountant to join our growing team in our Worcester, MA office. This is a full time, hybrid, exempt role. 

POSITION OVERVIEW: 

Independently completes routine accounting and reporting processes with limited supervision.  Performs moderately complex assignments under immediate supervision. Demonstrates an understanding of accounting and reporting concepts.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

• Compiles and analyzes financial information for business transactions.
• Prepares simple to moderately complex journal entries and performs account reconciliations & data gathering. 
• Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations.
• May be required to document process flows for areas of responsibility.
• May be required to identify and implement process improvements.
• May be required to document and test procedures implemented for SOX 404.
• May be required to participate in monitoring of overall company close process.
• May be required to research simple accounting issues and present findings in a memo. 

WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY:

• 2-4 Yrs related experience.
• Bachelor’s or equivalent.
• Must demonstrate attention to detail in a fast-paced work environment and the ability to adapt quickly to changing conditions to achieve results.
• Knows and applies accounting concepts to both simple and moderately difficult assignments.
• Communicates well with own team and across organizational boundaries to create alignment and ensure the successful completion of shared goals.
• Possesses a solid understanding of accounting principles.
• Able to work independently. 

Key Success Factors

• Openness to Learning - Expands knowledge base through traditional and non-traditional education to improve personal skills and abilities.
• Teamwork - Fosters an environment where individuals collaborate in pursuit of a common goal internally and externally to the team.
• Thoroughness - Demonstrates careful attention to detail.  Keeps tasks and responsibilities clearly defined, on schedule, and error-free.  Carries tasks, assignments, etc., through to completion.
• Time Management - Approaches work systematically by monitoring and checking work or information and effectively managing time.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT:

It’s not just a job, it’s a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you – at every level – to grow and develop.

BENEFITS:

We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you’ll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401K with a company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO
• Company paid holidays
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE
• On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)
• Click here for the full list of Benefits

EEO statement:

The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers.  The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law.  

Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.” 

As an equal opportunity employer, Hanover does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities.  Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should contact us at: HRServices@hanover.com and include the link of the job posting in which you are interested.

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