Full-Time

Lead Accountant

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First American

First American

10,001+ employees

Provides title insurance and real estate services

Financial Services
Real Estate

Compensation Overview

$86.7k - $144.4kAnnually

Expert

Canoga Park, Los Angeles, CA, USA

Category
Auditing
Financial Accounting
Tax Accounting
Accounting
Required Skills
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • 15-20 years of experience in the field of Accounting primarily in the Auditing, Tax, Compliance functions
  • Expert knowledge in fundamentals of GAAP
  • Advanced level skills in Excel
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA a plus
Responsibilities
  • Performs high level to complex accounting activities
  • Supports accounting in preparation of financial statements
  • Prepares journal entries for executive management reporting that will be an integral part of the decision making process of the organization
  • Act as a primary point of contact for various audit activities - department of insurance, SOX regulations and internal audits
  • Performs various month end and quarter end close activities
  • Assists with special projects including process improvement initiatives
Desired Qualifications
  • Big 4 Public Account experience a plus
  • Knowledge/experience in Great Plains is a plus

First American provides title insurance, specialty insurance, and various real estate-related services. Their title insurance protects homebuyers and property owners from potential ownership disputes and financial losses related to real estate transactions. The company offers a platform called myFirstAm®, which allows users to access property information, manage orders, and streamline the closing process from any device. Unlike many competitors, First American has a vast database of property data, with over 5.5 billion document images, which helps clients make informed decisions. The company's goal is to facilitate smooth real estate transactions while ensuring that clients' investments are protected.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$800.2M

Headquarters

Santa Ana, California

Founded

1889

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Acquisition of Mother Lode expands First American's market share in California.
  • Docutech purchase boosts First American's digital mortgage revenue by 38%.
  • Growing fintech trends align with First American's digital transformation strategy.

What critics are saying

  • Data breach allegations could harm First American's reputation and lead to legal issues.
  • Integration of Mother Lode may face challenges and financial risks.
  • Dependence on digital transformation poses risks if technology advances rapidly.

What makes First American unique

  • First American offers comprehensive title insurance and settlement services nationwide.
  • The company provides a vast database of over 5.5 billion document images.
  • First American's digital platform, myFirstAm®, enhances real estate transaction efficiency.

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Benefits

401k matching

Health, vision, dental insurance

Professional development