Senior Accountant, Captives

Brown & Brown; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

401k and Tuition Reimbursement

Mental Health & Wellness

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

Brown & Brown is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage monthly journal entries, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting in a fast-paced environment. You will ensure compliance with established policies and contribute to ASC 606/ ASC 944 entries while supporting cross-functional teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's in accounting, 3–5 years of GL experience, and strong Excel skills; CPA or insurance knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• 3–5 years full cycle general ledger accounting experience.
• Proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office (Teams and Word).
• High proficiency in Excel.
• CPA and insurance industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete monthly journal entries.
• Review and approve journal entries.
• Review and approve cash disbursements.
• Perform full cycle month-end close in Agency and ERP systems.
• Reconcile balance sheet and other accounts monthly.
• Run monthly close reporting.
• Meet strict deadlines.
• Reconcile bank accounts.
• Prepare submission of documents per controls.
• Assist with ASC 606 / ASC 944 entries.
• Analyze results for accuracy of financials.
• Build relationships with office staff to maintain efficient practices.
• Promote teamwork and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Financial accounting

Analytical skills

Planning/organizing

Confidentiality

Oral communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

CPA

Tools

Excel

Power Query

Teams

Word

Microsoft Office

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.

The Senior Accountant will perform operational, transactional and technical accounting activities in accordance with established policy, procedures, and objectives. Responsible for adherence to quality control standards – both corporate and industry directed.

How You Will Contribute

• Complete monthly journal entries
• Review and approve journal entries
• Review and approve cash disbursements
• Perform full cycle month-end close functions in Agency and ERP systems
• Reconcile balance sheet and other accounts monthly and as needed
• Run monthly close reporting
• Meet strict deadlines
• Reconcile bank accounts
• Ensure all support for transactions is processed and filed accurately and timely
• Prepare submission of documents as required by established controls
• Assist with the calculation of ASC 606 / ASC 944 monthly and quarterly entries
• Analyze results to verify accuracy of financial package
• Build courteous and successful relationships with various office staff to maintain efficient practices.
• Promote teamwork, support, knowledge sharing and a positive attitude in the department and office.
• Participate in training opportunities to remain current on industry information, new product development, legislation, coverages, and technology including professional development and continuing education.

Skills & Qualifications To Be Successful

• Strong Financial accounting and analytical skills
• Planning/organizing – prioritize and plans work activities and efficient time management
• Confidentiality - Maintain confidentiality, remain open to others' ideas and exhibit willingness to try new things
• Oral communication – the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations and demonstrates group presentation skills.
• Written communication – the individual edits work for spelling and grammar, presents numerical data effectively and is able to read and interpret written information.
• Problem solving - Individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully and maintains confidentiality
• Quality control – the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Adaptability – the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
• Ability to complete job tasks and assignments in the required time frame.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and a desire to learn the relationship between financial drivers, metrics and reporting
• Ability to absorb knowledge quickly
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• Proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office environment, including but not limited to Teams and Word
• High proficiency in Excel
• 3-5 years full cycle general ledger accounting experience

Preferred

• CPA
• Insurance industry experience
• Knowledge of captive insurance entities, including premium activity, reserves, and regulatory reporting considerations
• Knowledge of Excel Power Query

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.

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