Staff Accountant

AM Specialty; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AM Specialty in Dallas, TX is seeking a motivated Staff Accountant to support group reporting and financial functions. This role requires collaboration with internal teams and involves responsibilities such as preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with reporting standards.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in accounting, with 1-3 years of experience, including knowledge of STAT (SAP) and GAAP. This position offers a chance to work closely with a compact team within the accounting department.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of accounting experience; insurance accounting experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles, including STAT (SAP) and GAAP reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the month-end and year-end close process through preparation of journal entries.
• Perform account reconciliations across key balance sheet accounts.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reporting for insurance programs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

General ledger systems

Job description

AM Specialty Insurance Company (ASIC) is actively seeking a highly motivated Staff Accountant to join our team. This is an exciting in-person role within our dynamic and collaborative accounting department. Reporting directly to the Controller, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting AM Specialty Insurance Company’s (ASIC) statutory financial reporting and ASIG’s consolidation and GAAP reporting including monthly journal entries, intercompany transactions, and account reconciliations.

The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented, proactive individual who shows initiative, demonstrates excellent communication skills, and has the flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to a compact and impactful team while gaining hands‑on experience across various corporate accounting functions.

Job Summary

We are looking for a Staff Accountant who will support ASIG’s group reporting, financial reporting functions, and ASIC’s statutory accounting. This role involves close collaboration with internal teams to execute accurate and timely financial processes. The position will be fully in‑person in Dallas, TX and will report to the Controller.

Major Responsibilities

• Support the month‑end and year‑end close process through preparation of journal entries, accruals, and financial adjustments across insurance programs
• Perform account reconciliations across key balance sheet accounts, including cash, depreciation, prepaid expenses, and liabilities, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of variances
• Assist in the preparation of financial reporting for insurance programs, ensuring compliance with STAT (SAP) and GAAP requirements
• Support cash and settlement processes, including tracking fund flows and reconciling program‑level transactions
• Assist with reinsurance accounting activities, including quota share arrangements and related reporting
• Collaborate with underwriting, operations, and finance teams to ensure alignment between financial data and business activity
• Provide support during internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to requests
• Contribute to process improvements and system enhancements to increase efficiency and accuracy within accounting operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
• 1–3 years of accounting experience; insurance accounting experience preferred
• Working knowledge of accounting principles, including exposure to STAT (SAP) and/or GAAP reporting
• Experience with general ledger systems and proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, Xlookups, data analysis)
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyze and reconcile financial data accurately
• Solid organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment
• Proactive, self‑motivated, and able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.