Captive Accounting Manager

Davies North America; Williston (VT); Remote; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan with employer matching

Discretionary Time Off and Paid Time

Paid holidays

Life insurance and disability coverage

Job summary

Davies North America seeks an Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day management of captive insurance clients and lead a small team. Remote role, based in Vermont, Williston region, with state compliance.

You will present financial statements, coordinate with auditors and regulators, and ensure GAAP-based reporting across multiple systems, including QuickBooks and Gain. Requires CPA preferred and 3–10 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• 3–10 years of experience in similar duties.
• Associate in Captive Insurance or similar designation.
• Knowledge of GAAP and insurance accounting principles.
• Accounting research capability.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Initiative and good judgment with low error rate.
• Excellent listening, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice on compliance requirements, investment regulations and current accounting developments that affect clients.
• Give presentations at client, shareholder, and/or Board of Director meetings to review financial information. Prepare and/or review monthly financial statement package and management review for a group of captive clients, in accordance with GAAP, IFRS, SAP and modified GAAP.
• Perform all accounting necessary for maintaining captive clients, including preparing and/or reviewing all general ledgers, reconciliation and customized financial and managerial reports.
• Responsible for following established guidelines, checklists and procedures, ensuring that managed companies remain compliant and internal controls are followed.
• Training, oversight and development of teammates.
• Work with all service providers including but not limited to auditors, actuaries, tax authorities, regulators, investment professionals, lawyers, TPAs and bankers; acting as client point person to organize and coordinate all matters to effectively manage the captive clients. Prepare and/or review regulatory filings, premium tax returns and NAIC filings.
• Responsible or substantive audit review and compliance testing, involving drafting and reviewing of audit reports.
• Monitor cash flow, prepare budgets and ad hoc reports. Work with multiple accounting systems, including QuickBooks and Gain to prepare financial statements in accordance appropriate accounting basis.
• Maintain appropriate level of confidentiality of information processed.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of accounting, insurance and regulatory issues affecting captives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Accounting research

Initiative & judgement

Interpersonal & customer service

Microsoft Office proficiency

Experience with accounting systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Associate in Captive Insurance or similar designation

CPA designation preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

Gain

Job description

Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000 / year

Application Deadline: 26 February 2027

Department: Business Support

Location: Williston, VT

Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000 / year

Description

As an Accounting Manager, you will manage the day-to-day management of an increasingly complex portfolio of captive insurance clients, including risk retention groups, insurance reciprocal exchanges and/or other complex structures, the number of which varies depending on complexity of the accounts. You will act as the focal contact person with senior management and our clients, with an opportunity to develop strategic and consulting skills.

The Accounting Manager will demonstrate ability to work independently, present financial statements at board meetings, serve as a mentor and resource to staff, as well as ability to train and lead other members of the team.

While this is a remote role, the candidate must be based in Vermont per State requirement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advice on compliance requirements, investment regulations and current accounting developments that affect clients
• Give presentations at client, shareholder, and/or Board of Director meetings to review financial information. Prepare and/or review monthly financial statement package and management review for a group of captive clients, in accordance with GAAP, IFRS, SAP and modified GAAP
• Perform all accounting necessary for maintaining captive clients, including preparing and/or reviewing all general ledgers, reconciliation and customized financial and managerial reports.
• Responsible for following established guidelines, checklists and procedures, ensuring that managed companies remain compliant and internal controls are followed.
• Training, oversight and development of teammates.
• Work with all service providers including but not limited to auditors, actuaries, tax authorities, regulators, investment professionals, lawyers, TPAs and bankers; acting as client point person to organize and coordinate all matters to effectively manage the captive clients. Prepare and/or review regulatory filings, premium tax returns and NAIC filings.
• Responsible or substantive audit review and compliance testing, involving drafting and reviewing of audit reports.
• Monitor cash flow, prepare budgets and ad hoc reports. Work with multiple accounting systems, including QuickBooks and Gain to prepare financial statements in accordance appropriate accounting basis.
• Maintain appropriate level of confidentiality of information processed.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of accounting, insurance and regulatory issues affecting captives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• 3-10 years experience in position with similar duties
• Achievement of Associate in Captive Insurance or similar designation
• Up to date knowledge of GAAP and insurance accounting principles
• Accounting research capability
• CPA designation preferred
• Ability to use initiative and good judgment in accomplishing tasks with minimal errors.
• Excellent listening, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in use of personal computers, including data entry, word processing and spread sheet applications (Microsoft Office applications).

Job Benefits

At Davies, we are dedicated to supporting the well‑being and future of our qualifying employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans to support your health and that of your family
• A 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Time‑off policies, including Discretionary Time Off (DTO) for exempt employees and Paid Time Off (PTO) for non‑exempt employees
• Paid holidays
• Life insurance and short‑term and long‑term disability coverage

Benefit offerings, eligibility, and required employer contributions may vary based on role, classification, and applicable federal, state, and local laws, including those tied to an employee’s primary work location.

Where required by law, the Company provides paid sick leave, paid family and parental leave, and other mandated benefits in accordance with applicable state and local requirements.

Diversity and Inclusion

Davies is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces a wide range of perspectives and experiences. We believe that diversity of thought is essential for innovation and creativity, and we actively promote an environment where all voices are valued and heard.

Compensation Transparency

The salary range listed reflects the full compensation band for this role across all locations. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location, which may impact the final offer. We share ranges to remain transparent and consistent with pay equity practices.

Background Check & Fair Chance Compliance

Any background check or review of criminal history, if applicable to the role, will be conducted only after a conditional offer of employment and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including fair‑chance hiring requirements.

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