About the RoleWe're looking for a hands-on accounting professional who naturally takes ownership and thrives on problem-solving. This role calls for strong technical accounting knowledge, meaningful insurance industry experience, and the confidence to independently manage complex accounting matters - from digging into the underlying data and researching the right accounting treatment, to bringing the right people together and driving a solution through to completion.
RequirementsKey Responsibilities & DeliverablesInsurance Accounting- Oversee monthly premiums, claims, settlements, and internal and external reporting for all insurance products.
- Own assigned insurance-side areas from beginning to end, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Provide accounting leadership and subject matter expertise for insurance-related operations, including revenue, premiums, commissions, claims, reserves, carrier or partner activity, and related balance sheet accounts.
Close, Reporting Technical Accounting- Play an active role in the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and financial results.
- Analyze complex or unusual transactions and determine the appropriate accounting treatment with limited supervision.
- Review financial results and account activity to identify inconsistencies, trends, errors, and areas requiring further investigation.
- Take ownership of accounting issues by researching the underlying problem, recommending solutions, and driving matters through resolution.
- Assist with international accounting activities, including foreign subsidiaries, intercompany transactions, foreign currency matters, and local reporting requirements, as applicable.
- Assist with external audits and provide requested documentation, schedules, and accounting support.
Leadership & Process Improvement- Partner with senior management on technical accounting matters, financial reporting, process improvements, and special projects.
- Provide guidance, review, and mentorship to other accounting team members while helping develop stronger accounting fundamentals and analytical skills across the team.
- Improve accounting processes and controls by challenging existing practices and identifying opportunities for greater accuracy, efficiency, scalability, and automation.
- Help document accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls as the organization continues to grow and evolve.
- Serve as a dependable accounting leader who can step into new or ambiguous areas, establish structure, and move work forward.
Special Projects & Cross-Functional Work- Lead and execute special projects as needed, including researching issues, developing solutions, and driving projects through completion.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, operations, compliance, tax, treasury, and other business teams to understand transactions and ensure appropriate accounting treatment.
Who You AreRequired Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and fundamental accounting principles.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, specifically within the insurance or reinsurance sector.
- Experience managing complex accounting processes with a high degree of independence.
- Demonstrated ability to research accounting issues, exercise sound judgment, and independently determine appropriate next steps.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to understand both transaction-level details and the broader financial impact.
- Ability to work effectively in an evolving environment where processes or responsibilities may not always be clearly defined.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both accounting professionals and non-accounting business partners.
Preferred Qualifications- CPA preferred.
- Experience with international accounting, foreign subsidiaries, multi-currency environments, and/or intercompany accounting.
- Experience working within a complex multi-entity organization.
- Experience with accounting systems & close/reconciliation platforms (e.g., NetSuite, Applied Epic, Numeric, Floqast).
- Experience identifying and implementing accounting process improvements or automation.
- Previous experience mentoring, reviewing, or developing junior accounting staff.
BenefitsCompensation & Benefits:- Competitive Compensation: Base salary of $130,000 - $140,000 DOE.
- Growth Opportunity: Join a company in its early stages and help build its foundation for success.
- Equity: Opportunity to earn equity compensation.
- Comprehensive Benefits: We offer a full health and welfare benefits package, a 401(k) match, and flexible Paid Time Off.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy RV rental discounts and a company culture that values a healthy balance between work and adventure.
