Manager, Acquisition Process Integration

Gallagher; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision plans starting

Life and accident insurance

401(K) and Roth options

Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)

Educational expense reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Gallagher is seeking a Manager of Accounting Acquisition Process Integration to build and lead a high-performance team focused on seamless acquisition integrations within a large insurance brokerage environment.

The role emphasizes leadership, change management, and delivering client-focused results by aligning banking, cash application, payables, billing, and commissions with strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of related experience.
• FASB and GAAP regulations knowledge.
• In-depth knowledge of the insurance brokerage business.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing, client-focused acquisition integrations team.
• Define integration milestones, timelines, and resource requirements with cross-functional teams.
• Ensure on-time delivery of integration deliverables with quality standards.
• Align transactional accounting functions with strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with NAC teams and external partners to ensure proper controls.

Skills

Broad general accounting knowledge

In-depth knowledge of the insurance-b​

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.

Job description

Introduction

Welcome to Gallagher - a global community of people who bring bold ideas, deep expertise, and a shared commitment to doing what’s right. We help clients navigate complexity with confidence by empowering businesses, communities, and individuals to thrive. At Gallagher, you’ll find more than a job; you’ll find a culture built on trust, driven by collaboration, and sustained by the belief that we’re better together. Whether you join us in a client-facing role or as part of our brokerage division, our benefits and HR consulting division, or our corporate team, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of something bigger. Experience a workplace where you’re encouraged to be yourself, supported to succeed, and inspired to keep learning. That’s what it means to live The Gallagher Way.

How You’ll Make an Impact

As the Manager of Accounting Acquisition Process Integration at Arthur J. Gallagher, one of the largest insurance brokerage companies globally, you will lead the charge in building and empowering a high‑performing team that is client‑focused and capable of collaborating across diverse teams to deliver seamless acquisition integrations. This role emphasizes leadership, team development, and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence to ensure deliverable dates are met and integration processes are executed smoothly.

You will play a critical role in driving operational success by aligning transactional accounting functions—including banking, cash application, special handling, payables, premium billing, and direct bill commission processing—with the company’s strategic objectives.

Your ability to inspire and lead a team while maintaining a client‑centric approach will be key to ensuring successful integration outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership and Development:
  • Build, mentor, and lead a high‑performing team that is client‑focused and committed to delivering excellence in acquisition integrations.
  • Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that encourages innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Provide coaching and professional development opportunities to enhance team capabilities and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Client‑Focused Integration Strategy:
  • Develop and execute integration plans that prioritize client needs and ensure seamless transitions of transactional accounting functions.
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define integration milestones, timelines, and resource requirements, ensuring deliverable dates are met.
  • Maintain a strong focus on delivering value to clients throughout the integration process.
• Cross‑Team Collaboration:
  • Act as a bridge between accounting teams, business units, insurance carriers, brokers, and external partners to ensure alignment and effective communication.
  • Facilitate collaboration across diverse teams to address challenges, resolve discrepancies, and achieve integration objectives.
  • Promote a unified approach to integration efforts, ensuring all stakeholders are engaged and informed.
• Deliverable Management:
  • Oversee the execution of integration activities, ensuring all deliverables are completed on time and meet quality standards.
  • Implement robust project management practices to track progress, identify risks, and address issues proactively.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and corporate policies throughout the integration process.
• Transactional Accounting Integration:
  • Lead the integration of transactional accounting functions, including banking, cash application, special handling, payables, premium billing, and direct bill commission processing.
  • Develop standardized workflows and controls to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and transparency in accounting processes.
  • Collaborate with NAC teams (Accounts Receivable, Billing, Accounts Payable, Senior Leadership Team) to ensure smooth transitions and proper controls.
• Change Management and Training:
  • Develop and implement change management strategies to prepare teams for new processes, systems, and controls introduced during the integration.
  • Provide training and support to transactional teams and operational staff to ensure readiness and confidence in executing new workflows.
  • Communicate integration objectives and progress updates effectively to all stakeholders, fostering alignment and collaboration.

About You

Required

• Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of related experience required.
• Broad general accounting knowledge, including FASB and GAAP regulations.
• In‑depth knowledge of the insurance brokerage business.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.

Preferred

• Ability to learn EPIC and various Insurance Agency Management Systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in transactional accounting roles within the insurance brokerage or financial services industry, with a focus on premium and commission processing.
• Proven experience in leading and managing integration projects, with strong project management and change management expertise.
• Exceptional leadership and team‑building skills, with a focus on fostering a client‑centric and collaborative culture.
• Strong ability to work across diverse teams and build relationships with stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills to prioritize tasks and meet deliverable dates effectively.
• In‑depth knowledge of insurance accounting principles, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with a strategic mindset.
• Willingness to travel as needed to acquisition partners and corporate headquarters.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and shape a team that is client‑focused, collaborative, and committed to delivering seamless acquisition integrations. Your leadership will be instrumental in driving operational excellence and contributing to Arthur J. Gallagher’s continued growth and success.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package. The base salary range represents the anticipated low end and high end of the range for this position. The actual compensation will be influenced by a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, previous experience, education, pay market/geography, complexity or scope, specialized skill set, lines of business/practice area, supply/demand, and scheduled hours. On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.

• Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
• Life and accident insurance
• 401(K) and Roth options
• Tax‑advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
• Educational expense reimbursement
• Paid parental leave

Other Benefits

• Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
• Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
• Training programs
• Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
• Charitable matching gift program
• And more…
• The benefits summary above applies to full‑time positions. If you are not applying for a full‑time position, details about benefits will be provided during the selection process.

We Value Inclusion and Diversity

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Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.

Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.

Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non‑conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer‑employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.