Accounting Manager - Assistant Controller

Jencap; Springfield (MO); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wholesale insurance intermediary, Jencap, is seeking an Accounting Manager-Assistant Controller in Springfield, MO. This role involves overseeing the month-end close, financial statement accuracy, and participating in project implementations. Ideal candidates have a strong background in finance, GAAP, and insurance brokerage, with a collaborative spirit to drive improvement across financial divisions.

Qualifications

• At least 7-10 years of experience in financial functions.
• Strong track record of developing financial plans.
• Experience with multiple organizational structures.

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly close process and ensure accuracy.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Oversee General Ledger functions and internal controls.

Skills

Financial Planning

GAAP Knowledge

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

B.A. in Accounting

MBA or CPA preferred

Job description

Springfield, MO

Why Jencap? We are one of the largest wholesale insurance intermediaries in the United States with expertise in wholesale brokerage, binding authority, and program management. The common thread woven throughout our success story is our collaborative and driven team of people. Our teams are empowered and work together to find solutions. We have a passion culture – with teamwork, collaboration and a focus on growing individuals and giving them the tools & development opportunities to have a successful career.

The Accounting Manager-Assistant Controller will own the monthly close process and ensure financial statements are accurate and complete in accordance with US GAAP for all Jencap Insurance Services divisions. The Accounting Manager will also be responsible for preparing balance sheet account reconciliations, performing variance analysis, providing inputs for budgeting and forecasting, and ensuring operation of key internal controls in addition to overseeing all General Ledger related functions. This role will also participate in several projects such as implementation of a new policy management system across other Jencap Insurance Services divisions, other projects and ad hoc projects as required.

This role is an integral member of Jencap's corporate team, providing the necessary infrastructure, expertise , and services that enable our business to thrive, while also contributing to the overall success, efficiency, and sustainability of the organization. We act as partners, align ing support strategies to achieve Jencap’ s broader objectives .

The Accounting Manager - Assistant Controller will work a hybrid schedule from our Springfield, MO office.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement best practices among all Jencap Insurance Services financial divisions
• Drive continuous improvement through a focus on both effectiveness and efficiency
• Ensure that all general ledger transactions in all GL systems are processed and recorded timely and accurately
• Review, post and/or record entries posted to the general ledger from subledgers
• Prepare monthly and quarterly account reconciliations
• Prepare and/or review bank reconciliations
• Monitor bank account activity in bank systems and manage positive pay and fraud alert functions (when applicable)
• Manage payments through bank systems
• Prepare or coordinate the preparation of assigned audit schedules requested by auditors for interim and year-end audit
• Assist the Divisional Controller – Business Unit and other Jencap Controllers on projects throughout the year
• Assist with implementation of a new agency management system (Concept One) across Jencap
• Assist with pulling revenue and expense details for budgeting for all JCIS divisions
• Other Special Projects as assigned

Requirements:

Education/Training: B.A. degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required; MBA or CPA preferred; insurance brokerage experience strongly preferred. Public accounting experience also highly desired.

Key Qualifications:

• At least 7-10 years of experience in financial functions, preferably in a complex services-oriented organization. Direct experience in insurance services, financial services, or insurance companies a plus.
• Strong track record of developing and implementing financial plans that align with strategic, operational and financial priorities of the organization.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting specifically related to finance and insurance / insurance brokerage companies.
• Experience in managing organizations across multiple entities, geographies and organizational structures.
• Team player who maintains close communication and working relationships with key individuals to best solve problems and provide support and solutions.
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills, and attention to detail.
• Demonstrate ability to learn new technology systems and processes.
• Self-starter with the skills to work independently with minimal supervision and able to accurately manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.

***Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles submitted through our web site or to e-mail accounts of employees of Jencap are considered property of Jencap unless specifically engaged on the active search by a leader of the company. In order to be an authorized Agency/Search Firm for Jencap, any such agency must have an existing formal written agreement signed by an authorized Jencap HR leader and an active working relationship with the organization. If the candidate submission process is not followed, no agency fees will be paid by Jencap***

Want the opportunity to build something new? Expand your knowledge and stretch your experience through new and emerging risks? Have your voice heard, your skills properly applied, and to add tangible value to an organization? You’re in the right place.

Jencap is dynamic, bold, tenacious, and trusted in the industry. Here, you are not just one of the many, you are one of us. We truly are better together.

Jencap is an E qual O pportunity E mployer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital or familial status, disability status, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law . We are committed to fostering a work community where every colleague feels welcomed, valued, respected and heard , as we believe that that creating an environment where every employee feels included and empowered, helps us to deliver the best outcome to our clients.

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