Accounting Manager

Arrowhead Programs; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

401k

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Mental Health Services

Job summary

A leading insurance solutions provider in New York is seeking a Controller to manage financial accounting and reporting functions. Responsibilities include supervising accounting staff, reviewing financial statements for governance boards, and coordinating audits. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Business Administration and 5-8 years of relevant experience, preferably in the insurance industry. Strong communication and Microsoft Excel skills are essential. This role offers comprehensive health, financial, and wellness benefits in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years' experience in a similar position managing multiple entities or audit engagements.
• Ability to effectively communicate with management and line staff.
• Computer literate with strong Microsoft Excel and Word skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise accounting staff and oversee general ledger maintenance.
• Prepare and review financial statements for governance boards.
• Coordinate audit field work and report submission.

Skills

Certified Public Accountant

Experience in the insurance industry

Experience in public entity financial administration

Experience in financial administration and management

Strong Microsoft Excel skills

High level of confidentiality

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Access

Job description

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.This is a responsible financial management position with duties that include supervision of accounting staff, financial accounting and reporting, and support services for multiple pool programs.**How You Will Contribute:****Financial accounting and reporting*** Prepare or review monthly internal financial statements;* Prepare or review quarterly financial statements for pool governance boards and management;* Prepare or review annual financial statements for pool governance boards and management;* Oversee general ledger account maintenance and supporting work papers for pool programs;* Post or approve excess insurance expense recognition journal entries and supporting documents;* Post or approve claims related journal entries and supporting documents;* Post or approve accruals for premiums and fees;* Review bank statements, investments statements and related reconciliations associated with insurance pool financial assets;* Prepares annual reporting requirements for applicable state regulatory bodies, National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI), and Insurance Services Office (ISO);* Prepare or coordinate preparation of premium, state income or federal income tax filings.* Prepare various bank reconciliations for Trust Administrator to assist with segregation of duties.**Budgeting*** Develop draft of annual budget for pool programs for review by PRU management prior to submission to pool governance boards**Treasury Management*** Monitor cash flows to ensure availability of adequate balances to meet pool program obligations as they come due.* Monitor cash balances to ensure that idle cash is invested in a manner that maximizes returns consistent with the investment policies of individual pools.* Design and monitor cash receipting processes consistent with effective internal controls* Design and monitor cash disbursements processes consistent with effective internal controls**Audit*** Propose contract terms for auditors* Coordinate audit field work and report presentation with pool external auditors* Prepare annual comprehensive financial report for submission to the Government Finance Officer’s Association’s Excellence Financial Reporting program as requested by pool governance boards.**Actuarial Valuations*** Propose contract terms for actuary* Coordinate compilation of actuarial data and year end unpaid claims liability and claims expense valuation with pool actuaries* Reconcile the change in unpaid claims liability from expense and cash disbursement activity in concert with development of audited financial statements.**Trustee relations and communications*** Serve as member or advisor on pool governance board investment and finance subcommittee* Report to pool governance boards on financial administration and reporting matters including presentation of unaudited financial results (period over period fluctuations and budget variances) and proposed budgets.* Accumulate and report data to pool governance boards as required by administrative agreements.**Staff supervision and operations*** Direct and supervise pool accounting staff in multiple locations for multiple pool programs* Oversee staff internal and external interaction* Manage relationships between the accounting department and other departments or outside entities**Skills & Experience to be Successful:*** Certified Public Accountant (preferred)* Experience/ credentials (e.g. CPCU, ARM) in the insurance industry (preferred)* Experience/ credentials (e.g. CGFOA) in public entity financial administration or auditing (preferred)* Experience/ credentials (e.g. CMA) in financial administration and management (preferred)* Bachelor of Business Administration* Ability to effectively communicate with pool governance boards, all levels of Brown & Brown management and line staff.* Computer literate with ability to import and export data between computer programs, strong Microsoft Excel and Word skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft Access or other comparable database program.* Exceptional telephone and video conferencing demeanor* Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality* 5 – 8 years’ experience in a similar position managing multiple entities or audit engagements.**Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being**We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:* *Health Benefits*: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance* *Financial Benefits*: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement* *Mental Health & Wellness*: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services* *Beyond Benefits*: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.*Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.***The Power To Be Yourself** As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”.**Brown & Brown** is seeking a **Controller** to join our growing team in **Lake Mary, FL!**At Arrowhead Programs, growth starts with our people — shaped by an inclusive culture, sparked by innovation and driven by a shared goal to make an impact.Here, you’ll find a collective of independently driven program administrators and managing general underwriters, united by a commitment to delivering one of the most diverse portfolios of niche insurance solutions in the industry. It takes a range of strengths and perspectives to create specialized solutions — and at Arrowhead Programs, every role plays a part in our success.Whether you’re just starting out or taking the next step in your career, this is a place where your work drives progress. If you’re looking for a company that values curiosity, creativity and collaboration, you’ll find your next chapter here.**Own your future. Help shape ours.**