Overview

The Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the unit accounting operations including, agency and direct bill production and related accounts receivable and producer commission expense, company and vendor payables and other general ledger accounts specifically assigned.

The Ideal Candidate

• You are a true financial leader and lead by example
• You have experience in change management and possess a strong business acumen
• You understand the delicate balance of taking initiative, delegation of tasks, and communication across a large organization

If this sounds like you, we invite you to keep reading and apply!

Responsibilities

• Supervises and trains accounting specialists and accounting assistants, ensuring transactions are processed in a timely manner in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Ensures all non-corporate related accounting entries are completed by the second business day subsequent month end and consolidated financial statements are issued by the fifth business day subsequent month end.
• Responsible for ensuring the accuracy of the monthly financial statements, including (1) the reconciliation of subsidiary ledgers or account support documents to the general ledger (2) the identification and explanation of actual vs. budget revenue or expense fluctuations (3) the preparation and accuracy of various financial management related reports.
• Maintains the Agency management system from an accounting perspective.
• Manages accounts receivable and ensures the accounts receivable policy is properly enforced.
• Responsible for proactive communication and the identification and elimination of non-value added activities that improve the efficiency of the department. Responds to internal and external customer information requests in a timely and appropriate manner, ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Assists in the development and implementation of goals, priorities, policies and procedures relating to the accounting department. 
• Directs the installation and maintenance of accounting records to document receipts and expenditures.
• Responsible for maintaining and identifying improvements to improve the overall internal control environment to assist in preventing and detecting errors from occurring, safeguarding the Agency’s assets.
• Coordinates preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting is required. Master's degree is preferred.
• 2 years of experience in comparable business, finance, or accounting roles; General ledger experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts, such as, probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts, such as, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Agency management software; Database software; Internet software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

Grow, with us

AssuredPartners is passionate about fueling our clients’ innovation and growth. That makes us the perfect place for creative, dynamic people who want to grow their career while helping businesses, families and people thrive.

We’re proud to be the fastest-growing independent insurance broker in America, but we’re even prouder of the honest, caring relationships that our employees build with our clients every day.

Working with us will give you the opportunity to do work that matters while you learn with us, advance with us, and most importantly, grow with us.

AssuredPartners is committed to embracing diversity, equity and inclusion to create a workplace that welcomes and thrives on the unique experiences, perspectives and contributions of all team members. AssuredPartners is bringing the best people and most diverse talent forward to drive growth, innovate and think bigger!