Accounting Manager / Controller

Jonus Group; Chicago (IL); Híbrido; USD 100 000 - 120 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Short- and long-term disability

Resumo da oferta

Jonus Group is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager / Controller to lead accounting operations for an independent insurance brokerage in Chicago. The role blends hands-on bookkeeping with strategic financial oversight, reporting, and process improvements.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with strong knowledge of insurance agency accounting, commissions, and carrier payables, and will collaborate closely with leadership to enhance controls and

Qualificações

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Experience in insurance agency accounting is required, including carrier payables and commissions.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including payroll, disbursements, receipts, bank accounts, and monthly close.
• Manage insurance agency accounting functions, including carrier statement reconciliations and timely payments for agency-billed business.
• Oversee producer commission calculations, processing, and related accounting activities.
• Manage bookkeeping, account reconciliations, and general ledger accuracy.
• Oversee management reporting and support financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Develop and improve procedures for collecting client receivables and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Partner with agency leadership to strengthen accounting processes, internal controls, and operational consistency.
• Identify opportunities to leverage technology and improve accounting workflows and agency operations.
• Supervise accounting tasks performed by other team members.
• Coordinate with external accounting professionals on tax and accounting matters.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Ferramentas

Applied Epic

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Accounting Manager / Controller

A well-established, independent insurance brokerage is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager / Controller to oversee its accounting operations and support the continued success of the business. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with a strong background in insurance agency accounting who enjoys a hands‑on role with broad responsibilities across financial operations, reporting, and process improvement.This individual will assume responsibility for the accounting function as part of a planned leadership transition and will work closely with agency leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting, efficient processes, and strong operational controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including payroll, operating disbursements, receipts, bank accounts, and monthly close.




• Manage insurance agency accounting functions, including carrier statement reconciliations and timely payments for agency-billed business.




• Oversee producer commission calculations, processing, and related accounting activities.




• Manage bookkeeping, account reconciliations, and general ledger accuracy.




• Oversee management reporting and support financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.




• Develop and improve procedures for collecting client receivables and maintaining accurate financial records.




• Partner with agency leadership to strengthen accounting processes, internal controls, and operational consistency.




• Identify opportunities to leverage technology and improve accounting workflows and agency operations.




• Supervise accounting tasks performed by other team members.




• Coordinate with external accounting professionals on tax and accounting matters.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with increasing levels of responsibility.




• Significant experience in insurance agency accounting is required, particularly with carrier payables, producer commissions, and bookkeeping.




• Working knowledge of insurance agency accounting processes, including agency-billed business and carrier reconciliations.




• Experience with monthly financial close, bank reconciliations, management reporting, and general ledger accounting.




• Experience supporting budgeting, financial planning, and process improvement initiatives.




• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a hands‑on environment.




• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with agency leadership and external partners.




• Experience with Applied Epic is highly desirable.




• A proactive, detail‑oriented approach with an interest in improving accounting processes and leveraging technology.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary of $100,000–$120,000, depending on experience, with flexibility for exceptional candidates.




• Hybrid work schedule with three days onsite in Chicago.




• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.




• Short- and long-term disability coverage.




• 401(k) plan with employer matching.