Accounting Manager

Our client, a well-established and growing Property & Casualty insurance organization, is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join its finance team. This position will play a key role in overseeing the monthly financial close process, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting strategic initiatives across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process.
• Prepare and review GAAP-based financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Oversee intercompany accounting activities, including reconciliations and settlement processes.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of general ledger activity and account reconciliations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support financial reporting, operational initiatives, and process improvements.
• Partner with leadership on special projects, ad hoc analyses, and strategic initiatives.
• Assist with external audits and coordinate requests from auditors and regulatory agencies.
• Develop, document, and maintain strong internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Mentor and guide accounting staff while fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Drive accounting system enhancements and identify opportunities to improve efficiencies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA preferred.
• Public accounting experience highly preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, with insurance industry experience strongly preferred.
• Property & Casualty insurance accounting experience required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience managing month-end close and complex account reconciliation processes.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop team members.
• Strong systems aptitude and experience working with ERP/accounting platforms.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Preferred Background:

• Property & Casualty insurance carrier experience.
• Combination of public accounting and industry accounting experience.
• Experience leading process improvement initiatives and special projects.
• Proven ability to partner effectively with executive leadership and cross-functional teams.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional looking to join a stable and growing insurance organization while gaining exposure to leadership, strategic projects, and impactful financial decision-making.