Corporate Staff Accountant

PDCM Insurance Inc.; Fort Washington (MD); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A national insurance services firm in Fort Washington is seeking a Corporate Staff Accountant. This hybrid position requires strong GAAP knowledge and offers a starting salary of $55,000 to $65,000. Responsibilities include supporting accounting operations and compliance with financial reporting standards. The firm provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid holidays

401 (k)

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant accounting experience, preferably at an insurance brokerage.
• CPA or progress towards CPA certification preferred.
• Experience with insurance-related agency management systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process.
• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain accuracy in financial records.
• Support external audit processes and ensure compliance with GAAP.

Skills

Understanding of US GAAP

Financial analysis

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting

Tools

Business Central

Applied EPIC

BenefitPoint

Job description

Careers At Patriot Growth Insurance Services and Partner Agencies

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

About Patriot Growth Insurance Services: Founded in 2019, Patriot is a growth-focused national insurance services firm that partners with employee benefits and property and casualty agencies across the United States. Patriot is currently ranked as the 25th largest broker in the U.S. by Business Insurance and has been named to the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies. With over 2,100 employees operating in 150+ locations across 48 states, Patriot’s collaborative model delivers resources and strategic support to its agencies. Patriot creates true alignment with its partner agencies, and its operating philosophy fosters enhanced career opportunities for its dedicated and professional team. We are committed to working with like-minded individuals who share our vision of creating an insurance agency focused on operational excellence and a relentless pursuit of growth.

Position Overview: Our company seeks an energetic and career-minded accounting professional with a general understanding of US GAAP and financial statements, to join our accounting and finance team as a Corporate Staff Accountant. In this position you will support the day-to-day accounting operations, month-end close process, and external audit process under GAAP, ensuring financial accuracy, preparing key reconciliations and assisting with intercompany accounting and consolidations. The position reports to our Corporate Accounting Manager.

Work location and arrangements: This position is a full-time, hybrid position with an expectation of some days working in-office at our company headquarters in Fort Washington, PA. Our preference is for candidates local to the Philadelphia PA area.

Professional Responsibilities:

• Assist in the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments to the general ledger to maintain accurate financial records.
• Perform account reconciliations for cash, prepaid expenses, intercompany accounts, payroll liabilities accounts and other balance sheet accounts as designated by corporate accounting manager.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP accounting principles and corporate accounting policies.
• Support external audit processes by preparing audit schedules, responding to auditor requests, and ensuring timely resolution of audit findings.
• Work with the Corporate Accounting Manager to support month-end close activities and various other projects.
• Collaborate with regional and agency staff to gather financial data.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in accounting or a related field
• 2+ years of relevant accounting experience, preferably working at an insurance brokerage or a public accounting firm
• A CPA or progress towards the CPA certification preferred
• Possess an in-depth understanding of GAAP and impact on financial reporting within the insurance brokerage industry
• Proficiency in preparation and analysis of financial statements
• Experience with insurance-related agency management systems (AMS) including Business Central, Applied EPIC, and BenefitPoint
• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office Suite tools including Excel and use of pivot tables while working with a high volume of data
• Ability to analyze financial and operational data to inform strategic decision-making
• Ability to effectively convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously and with accuracy
• Strong teamworking skills and ability to collaborate with other professionals while achieving common goals
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral)
• Adhere to ethical standards and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information
• Adhere to team culture and company values of Positivity, Empowerment, Collaboration, Transparency, and Appreciation

Why us: We offer the opportunity to be a part of one of the fastest-growing insurance companies since its inception. We strive to create a flexible and collaborative environment for our employees, and our goal is to provide enhanced career opportunities for our dedicated and professional team. In addition to a competitive salary, we provide a comprehensive health and welfare program to employees, family members and domestic partners. Employees are eligible for benefits coverage the first of the month following 30 days of employment. We offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) and Commuter Transit Programs
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Group Term Life
• Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Paid holidays
• Personalized PTO
• 401 (k)

Compensation Range: A starting base salary in the $55,000 to $65,000 range, depending on the candidate’s experience. This position is also eligible for additional incentive compensation that is performance based.

*A wide salary range is posted for this position, and any job offer is based upon a salary analysis to comply with the required state pay transparency law. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and seniority as compared to others doing substantially similar work. There is no guarantee an offer will be at the top of the posted range based on the salary analysis.

Patriot Growth Insurance Services is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. Patriot will make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO and DE&I Policy located on our website at www.patriotgis.com .