Manager, Accounting

Old Republic Surety Company; Town of Brookfield (WI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) Savings & Profit-Sharing Plan

Paid leave of absence and holidays

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Old Republic Surety Company is seeking a Manager, Accounting in Brookfield, WI. The role blends leadership with hands-on financial management, reporting, and compliance, including GAAP and statutory requirements.

The position supports development of the team and upholds internal controls within a hybrid work model. Responsibilities include supervising staff, managing AP/GL, journal entries, and budgeting, while aligning with COSO and Sarbanes-Oxley controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Five years of professional accounting experience, including supervisory/leadership roles.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting team members and manage performance.
• Oversee accounts payable and general ledger transactions, check disbursements, 1099 reporting, and related GAAP reporting.
• Administer banking services, corporate cards, and travel reimbursements, incl. electronic payments.
• Prepare journal entries and analyze operating expenses and intercompany billings.
• Balance branch income statements and perform reconciliations.
• Lead GAAP and statutory reporting for affiliated branches.
• Support Sarbanes-Oxley COSO compliance and insurance program updates.

Skills

Leadership

Accounting

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Job description

Description

Manager, Accounting

Work Location

Brookfield, WI

Work Arrangement

Hybrid — two days remote per week once fully trained

Who We Are

Old Republic Surety specializes in underwriting contract, fidelity, and commercial bonds, serving contractors of all sizes through a network of more than 4,500 independent insurance agencies across all 50 states. Known for superior service and creative underwriting solutions, we’re proud to build lasting relationships and deliver results. At Old Republic Surety, we believe great people make a great company. Our open-door, collaborative culture encourages teamwork, recognizes individual contributions, and creates opportunities for employees to grow and advance their careers. As our Manager, Accounting, you’ll join a team that values your expertise, supports your professional development, and empowers you to make a difference.

DUTIES

As Manager, Accounting, you’ll lead essential accounting operations, support your team’s development, and help ensure financial accuracy, compliance, and efficiency throughout the organization. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading, coaching, and developing accounting team members, establishing performance goals, supporting training, and contributing to hiring and performance management decisions.
• Overseeing accounts payable and general ledger transactions, check disbursements, 1099 reporting, and the accuracy of required financial reports.
• Administering company banking services, corporate credit cards, and travel expense reimbursement systems, including electronic payments, fund transfers, bank reconciliations, and expense report reviews.
• Preparing journal entries, analyzing operating expenses and intercompany billings, developing annual operating expense budgets, and balancing branch income statements.
• Completing account reconciliations, balancing procedures, and GAAP and statutory reporting for affiliated branches.
• Leading annual updates to corporate insurance programs, helping ensure appropriate coverage, and issuing insurance certificates.
• Developing and monitoring department compliance procedures while supporting adherence to the Sarbanes-Oxley COSO framework.

As Manager, Accounting, you’ll have the opportunity to strengthen processes, support sound financial decisions, and help your team achieve its goals.

Experience

We’re looking for an accounting professional who combines technical expertise with a collaborative leadership style. To succeed as our Manager, Accounting, you’ll need:

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• At least five years of related professional experience, including previous experience supervising or leading a team.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

If you’re ready to bring your accounting knowledge and leadership skills to an organization that values your contributions, we’d love to hear from you!

Benefits

At Old Republic, we invest in our employees’ success both at work and beyond. As our Manager, Accounting, you’ll enjoy a competitive compensation package and benefits designed to support your financial well-being, health, and work-life balance.

Financial Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of $70,000–$80,000, commensurate with experience.
• 401(k) Savings & Profit-Sharing Plan with company match.
• Roth investment options and a 529 Education Savings Plan.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program.

Health & Wellness

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account options.
• Life, supplemental life, and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid leave of absence benefits.
• Accident, critical illness, and pet insurance.

Work-Life Balance & Culture

• Standard 37.5-hour workweek.
• Hybrid schedule with two remote workdays per week once fully trained.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Casual business attire.
• Volunteer opportunities and company-sponsored events and outings.

Old Republic is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse workplace.