Senior Accountant

Kinsale Insurance; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO and holidays

401(k) matching

Job summary

Kinsale Insurance, a leading specialty insurer headquartered in Richmond, VA, seeks a Senior Accountant to drive the close process and support statutory reporting. You will work with a collaborative Finance team, advancing process improvements and AI-driven workflows while ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Requirements include a bachelor's in accounting/finance, 2–4 years of accounting and insurance experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a finance-related field required.
• Two to four years of accounting experience required.
• Sarbanes-Oxley experience preferred.
• One to three years of related insurance experience preferred.
• High degree of accuracy and efficiency; strong written and oral communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with initiative and ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Drive the close process with monthly, quarterly, and annual journal entries including insurance, reinsurance, intercompany, allocations, tax accruals, and investment activity.
• Assist with ERP system administration and general-ledger maintenance.
• Participate in process improvements, including AI-driven workflows.
• Assist with accounting for reinsurance arrangements and related reporting.
• Prepare internal controls and reporting packages for assigned areas.
• Record and report tax filings and related payments.
• Contribute to quarterly statutory reporting schedules.
• Perform ad hoc analyses and cross-departmental tasks.

Skills

SOX experience

Insurance industry experience

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

NetSuite

Microsoft Office

AI tools familiarity

Job description

Are you an experienced accounting professional ready to make a meaningful impact at a high-performing specialty insurer? Join Kinsale Insurance, a leading excess and surplus (E&S) lines carrier headquartered in Richmond, VA. We're known for our entrepreneurial culture, industry-leading results, and a disruptive business model built on deep expertise, operational efficiency, and technology as a core competency.

About the Role

As a Senior Accountant, you'll be a key contributor to Kinsale's Finance team — driving the close process, supporting statutory and regulatory reporting, and playing an active role in process improvement initiatives. You'll work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment alongside finance and cross-functional colleagues who value accuracy, initiative, and continuous learning.

What You'll Do

• Drive the close process through preparation of a broad range of monthly, quarterly, and annual journal entries, including insurance and reinsurance entries, intercompany transactions, expense allocations, tax accruals, and investment activity.
• Assist with ERP system administration and general-ledger maintenance.
• Actively participate in identifying and implementing process improvements, including the adoption of AI-driven workflows.
• Assist with accounting for reinsurance arrangements and related reporting.
• Prepare internal controls and relevant reporting packages for assigned process areas.
• Record and report certain compliance-facing tax filings and issue related payments.
• Serve as a key contributor in the preparation of quarterly statutory reporting schedules.
• Participate in cross-departmental initiatives and perform ad hoc analyses and other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a finance-related field preferred.
• Two to four years of accounting experience required.
• Sarbanes-Oxley experience preferred.
• One to three years of related insurance experience preferred.
• High degree of accuracy and efficiency, with strong written and oral communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with initiative and the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills; working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience with NetSuite and prior use or implementation of AI tools is a plus.

Why You'll Love Working at Kinsale

• Competitive Pay & Bonus Opportunities – Rewarding performance and initiative.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Health, dental, and vision insurance with up to $3,600 (individual) or $7,000 (family) in HSA contributions per year.
• Work-Life Balance – Generous paid time off including 22 days of PTO and 10 paid company holidays.
• Career Growth – Clear promotion paths, mentorship, and ongoing professional development.
• Retirement & Security – Up to 6% matching 401(k) contributions on base salary and bonus, standard life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Continuous Learning – Annual $3,000 reimbursement for educational training and certifications.

Integrity & Responsibility

Kinsale values strong financial responsibility. A credit check will be conducted as part of the selection process for roles that require sound judgment, trustworthiness, or access to sensitive information.

Salary Range:

$85,000 -$100,000

This posted range is our best estimate; starting salaries may vary. Additionally, the posted range reflects only base salary and does not include annual bonuses, benefits, or reimbursements.