We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Senior Financial Accountant or CPA with at least 5 years’ solid accounting experience to join our dynamic finance team. A CPA license is not mandatory, but certainly a bonus. In this pivotal role, you will lead complex financial accounting activities, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and provide critical insights through financial analysis and reporting.
Your expertise will drive accurate financial statement preparation, support internal controls, and mentor junior team members to foster a culture of continuous improvement. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial health of a thriving organization committed to excellence and integrity. Join us if you’re passionate about leveraging your technical expertise to make a meaningful impact through precise financial management.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Prepare and review detailed financial statements in accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and regulatory requirements, ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Manage general ledger accounting, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end closing processes using advanced accounting software such as WorkDay, Clearwater, Sage, or MS Dynamics
- Conduct balance sheet reconciliations and analyze accounts receivable and payable to maintain precise financial records
- Oversee accounts reconciliation processes, including bank reconciliations and intercompany transactions, ensuring compliance with internal controls
- Complying with all company, local, state, federal and CIMA accounting and financial regulations (surplus lines, sales & use tax, 1099s, etc.)
- Credit review for prospects (brokers, captives) and annually for group captive members
- Collateral and Dividend calculations for captive clients
- Billings and collections for insurance deductibles and reinsurance recoveries
- Reconciliation of Rising Medical invoice and cost containment
- Reconciliation of loss reimbursements from carriers to loss runs
- Complying with all applicable companies, local, state, and federal accounting, and financial regulations
- Financial statement reporting for various reinsurance captives by 45 days from each quarter end
- Complex and large volume of reconciliations (bank accounts, insurance program bordereaux by carrier and program year, security deposits, fixed assets, etc.)
- Compiling, analyzing, and reporting financial data to management and client board and committee meetings (some travel may be needed to attend such meetings throughout the year)
- Lead complex financial analysis related to cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support strategic decision-making
- Ensure regulatory reporting requirements are met accurately and timely, including tax filings and other statutory obligations
- Mentor junior accountants by providing guidance on technical accounting issues such as all company, local, state, federal and CIMA accounting and financial regulations (surplus lines, sales & use tax, 1099s, etc.)
- Support internal audits and external audits by preparing documentation related to audit inquiries and audit trail reviews
- Highly experienced with processes using software tools like QuickBooks, Power BI, and other account analysis tools
- Very strong Microsoft Excel experience needed for data analysis
REQUIREMENTS AND EDUCATION:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field; CPA or CMA certification preferred
- Minimum of five years of progressive experience in corporate or public accounting environments with a focus on financial reporting and technical accounting
- Extensive experience working with financial software such as PeopleSoft, Sage, Xero, MS Dynamics or similar platforms; proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential
- Strong understanding of GAAP standards along with experience in financial statement preparation and interpretation
- Demonstrated ability to perform account reconciliation, balance sheet analysis, journal entries, and general ledger management with accuracy
- Knowledge of auditing procedures, regulatory reporting requirements, payroll processing, and tax experience is highly desirable
- Excellent analytical skills combined with a solid foundation in financial concepts like accrual accounting, double entry bookkeeping, cash flow analysis, budgeting, forecasting and financial management
- Ability to mentor team members effectively while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
THE COMPANY:
Innovative Risk Management is a subsidiary of Brown & Brown Insurance. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas Innovative Risk Management was founded in 1991 and is recognized as one of the top program managers in the country, providing agents, brokers, and self-insured entities with captive and alternative risk solutions. We are at the forefront of the development and management of captives and alternative risk programs.
Innovative Risk Management provides a range of captive insurance solutions, designed to give participants control over their risk management and insurance programs. Our captives are tailored to meet the unique needs of each business, bringing preferred risks together into a shared alternative risk vehicle. This approach helps reduce long-term risk costs while safeguarding resources and profits.
Innovative Risk Management also offers loss control and claims administration services to insurers, public entities, and self-insured organizations. Recognized as one of the "Best Places to Work" by our employees, Innovative Risk Management provides a collaborative environment for those seeking considerable career growth and making an impact on the future. You have a clear vision of where your career can go and we have the leadership to help you get there. At IRM we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
The target base salary range for this position is $95k - $135k annually. The wage range for this role considers many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, and market demands. The pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
We offer our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that helps them and their family members achieve their physical, financial, and emotional well-being goals. In addition to PTO for company holidays, vacation, sick and personal days a 401k and discounted stock options through the parent company Brown & Brown are also offered.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. Innovative Risk Management is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Before extending a formal offer of employment, all candidates will undergo a comprehensive criminal background investigation and a review of their social media profiles.
NO AGENCIES OR PHONE CALLS PLEASE
Pay: $95,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Work from home
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience creating periodic reports, such as balance sheets, profit & loss statements, cash flows, etc. for multiple entities?
- Do you have any commercial insurance accounting experience such as insurance program bordereaux by carrier and program year?
- Do you have experience with complex and large volume of reconciliations such as bank accounts, security deposits, fixed assets, and investments?
Education:
Experience:
- SENIOR ACCOUNTANT: 5 years (Required)
- Intermediate to Expert Excel: 4 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Tyler, TX 75703
